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Boldy scores in shootout to lift Wild past Capitals

Ovechkin scores No. 871 in Capitals shootout loss to Wild

WASHINGTON -- Alex Ovechkin scored his 871st NHL goal, moving within 24 of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record, but the Washington Capitals lost 4-3 in a shootout to the Minnesota Wild at Capital One Arena on Thursday.

The Associated Press on MSN · 8h

Boldy scores in shootout to lift Wild past Capitals after Ovechkin gets No. 871

Marco Rossi tied it in the third period, Matt Boldy scored the shootout winner and the Minnesota Wild rallied to beat the Washington Capitals 4-3 after Alex Ovechkin moved one step closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record.

TheHockey Writers · 6h

Matt Boldy Nets Shootout Winner as Wild Beat the Capitals 4-3

The Minnesota Wild defeated the Washington Capitals 4-3 in the shootout. Despite the loss, Alex Ovechkin scored goal No. 871.

Reuters · 9h

Wild continue dominance vs. Capitals with shootout win

Matt Boldy scored in the second round of the shootout to lift the visiting Minnesota Wild to a 4-3 victory over the Washington Capitals on Thursday.

Yahoo · 7h

Matt Boldy, Marc-Andre Fleury lift Wild to shootout win over Capitals

Matt Boldy scored the lone goal of the shootout and Marc-Andre Fleury came up with a big save on Alexander Ovechkin's final attempt as the Minnesota Wild escaped with a 4-3 win over the Washington Capitals Thursday at Capital One Arena in Washington.

Alex Ovechkin moves a goal closer to Gretzky

Associated Press · 8h

Alex Ovechkin scores on Marc-Andre Fleury for a 28th time to move 24 away from the NHL goals record

Alex Ovechkin moved another step closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record by scoring on Marc-Andre Fleury again.

Santa Rosa Press Democrat · 12h

Alex Ovechkin is on track to break Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record

Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is closing in on the NHL career goals record of 894 held by Wayne Gretzky. Ovechkin has 870 goals and needs 25 to set a new record.

The Washington Post · 7h

Alex Ovechkin moves a goal closer to Gretzky, but Caps fall in shootout

Washington blows a pair of leads in a 4-3 loss even as Alex Ovechkin pulls within 24 goals of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s hallowed goals record. The Minnesota Wild have had the Washington Capitals’ number over the past three seasons and that run continued Thursday night at Capital One Arena — with this latest chapter ending in a shootout.

Pro Hockey Rumors on MSN11h

Breakout defenseman open to signing extension with Capitals

The Capitals as a team are far more sound defensively, but Chychrun has nonetheless proved a strong contributor and ...

National Hockey League5h

Game Recap: Wild 4, Capitals 3

Alex Ovechkin scored his 871st NHL goal, moving within 24 of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record, but the Washington Capitals lost 4-3 in a shootout to the Minnesota Wild at Capital One Arena on ...

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Wild, league's best road team, visit strong-at-home Capitals

The Washington Capitals have a tall task in their bid for their fifth consecutive home victory when they entertain the ...

2024-25 NHL injury tracker: Capitals' Alex Ovechkin returns vs. Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews remains out

The 2024-25 NHL season continues to move along. With the season in full swing, a few star players are dealing with ...

TheHockey Writers16h

4 Lessons From The NHL’s Top 5 Defenses

The NHL is more skilled than ever. So, how are the best defenses combatting the high-flying offenses? Let's look at what the ...

Austin Daily Herald1d

January 2 NHL TV Schedule: TV Channel, Start Times & Live Streaming Options

NHL slate that has plenty of competitive contests, the Minnesota Wild versus the Washington Capitals is a game to see. Info on how to watch Thursday’s NHL action is available for you. Email newsletter ...

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Chychrun Feeling At Home With Capitals; Will He Stay Long Term? 'From Top To Bottom, This Organization Has Been Phenomenal'

Jakob Chychrun is feeling right at home with the Washington Capitals. The 26-year-old, who was acquired at the start of free ...

National Hockey League20h

Capitals To Celebrate Youth Hockey Weekend Jan. 2-5

The Washington Capitals will celebrate Youth Hockey Day on Saturday, Jan. 4, when the Capitals host the New York Rangers at ...

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