Athletistic / Hockey. Washington Capitals’ Russian captain Alexander Ovechkin passes the 18th time in his career in a season in which he scores 25 or more goals. The forward surpassed the 25-goal mark in the NHL regular season match against the Winnipeg Jets (3:0).
In this match, Ovechkin scored a double. The Russian striker now has 26 goals this season.
Ovechkin’s double helps Washington beat Winnipeg in NHL game
The legendary Jaromir Jagr had 18 seasons in his career with 25 or more goals scored. And according to this indicator, Jagr and Ovechkin are second only to Gordie Howe. He scored 25 or more goals in 20 seasons.
Source: Sport
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