Ovechkin got an extended standing ovation and took a lap around the rink, acknowledging the cheering crowd that included his parents.
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With both his father and mother in attendance, it was a special moment shared by family, fans, and teammates. “It’s huge. It’s pretty cool”.
“It’s a history moment”, Ovechkin said.
Chicago Blackhawks made it seventh heaven as they beat Colorado Avalanche 6-3.
Ovechkin, 30, scored career No. 500 in the second period against the Ottawa Senators at Verizon Center, where he’s played the past 11 seasons since being drafted first overall by the Capitals in 2004.
“It’s obviously a tough one to swallow”, said Senators goalie Andrew Hammond, who allowed seven goals on 36 shots. That goal also brings Ovechkin into a tie for the league’s goal lead with 25.
The Washington Capitals swarm the ice around left wing Alex Ovechkin, of Russian Federation, in celebration after Ovechkin scored his 500th career NHL goal during the second period of a hockey game against the Ottawa Senators in Washin…
Beginning a season-long four-game trip and missing several key players, the Devils got just enough offense against similarly stingy Minnesota.
Devils 2, Wild 1: ST. PAUL, Minn. That score was Parise’s first against his former team.
Marcus Foligno also scored for Buffalo, and goaltender Linus Ullmarkmade 42 saves.
Red Wings 2, Ducks 1: Riley Sheahan scored with 3:44 remaining in the third period to help Detroit win its fourth straight game, all on the road.
Sam Reinhart’s hat-trick scored three goals for the other Sabres goals.
LW Alex Ovechkin scored his 499th career goal to lift the Capitals to an overtime victory over the Blues at Madison Square Garden on Saturday afternoon.
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Alex Ovechkin now has 500 goals, and 433 assists for 933 career regular season points in 800 games.
