Alex Ovechkin overtakes Wayne Gretzky for most goals in a month

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin etched his name into the annals of hockey history by surpassing Wayne Gretzky's record for the most goals scored in a month.

Ovechkin's 839th career goal, netted during the second period of the clash against the Philadelphia Flyers, was his 145th in the month of March.

Gretzky, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, scored 144 times in 260 March games, while Ovechkin achieved the milestone in 245 games.

With 14 games left this month, the "Great 8" has the opportunity to further extend his record and solidify his status as one of the most prolific goal-scorers in NHL history.

Alex Ovechkin can break more of Wayne Gretzky's records

While Alex Ovechkin still trails Gretzky's all-time goals tally, he has shattered some of the Great One's records in recent years. On Feb. 10, Ovechkin surpassed Gretzky for the most empty-net goals, notching his 57th against the Boston Bruins.

Additionally, during the 2022-23 season, Ovechkin claimed the record for the most 40-goal seasons.

Ovechkin also eclipsed Gretzky's records for the most road goals and most multi-goal road games during the 2021-22 season, showcasing his ability to excel in various arenas and against formidable opponents.

Ovechkin is now just 55 goals away from becoming the most prolific scorer in the history of the NHL. With the advancements in goaltending over the past 30 years and the enlargement of padding across the board in net, many NHL fans are in awe that Alex Ovechkin is close to accomplishing such a feat in this day and age.