Alex Ovechkin's chase for Gretzky's all-time goalscoring record continues as he scored his 882nd career goal, netting a hat trick against the 20th different team he has achieved this feat against. Ovechkin, now just 12 goals shy of surpassing Wayne Gretzky, showcased his relentless scoring ability, converting multiple open-net opportunities with ease. As the season progresses, Ovechkin's family watched on, supporting him in this historic pursuit.

Notably, Ovechkin's performance highlights the unpredictability of hockey equipment, with sticks exploding at crucial moments. In a game where many players struggle to capitalize, Ovechkin's knack for finding the back of the net stands out, reinforcing his status as one of the game's greatest goal-scorers.