Alex Ovechkin made history by scoring his 895th career goal, surpassing Wayne Gretzky's long-standing record during a recent game. With assists from teammates Tom Wilson and Dylan Strome, Ovechkin's power-play goal not only highlights his remarkable career but also marks a moment of personal significance for his teammates. Wilson, who has spent over a decade as Ovechkin's teammate, expressed deep emotional connection to the historic achievement, recalling the overwhelming atmosphere and his pride in being part of Ovechkin's legacy. This milestone showcases both Ovechkin's skill and the strong bonds formed within the team over the years.
"To be able to be beside him forever on a big goal, I feel very lucky. I feel very honored to be a part of that. It's not about me at all."
"I just tried to find him on the entry there, and then when I was skating to the net and the puck went in the net, the next 15 seconds...I truly just kind of blacked out."
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