Alex Ovechkin's Injury and Record-Breaking Quest

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Alex Ovechkin, on track to break Wayne Gretzky's record for most goals in NHL history, suffers a broken fibula and will be out for four to six weeks.

Key Points

  • Ovechkin leads the league with 15 goals this season.
  • He needs 27 more goals to surpass Wayne Gretzky's record of 894 goals.
  • Even if Gretzky never scored a goal, he would still have the most points ever.

Pros

  • Ovechkin was on a hot streak scoring two goals before his injury.
  • Demonstrates Ovechkin's durability throughout his career.

Cons

  • Ovechkin will be sidelined for a significant period due to a broken fibula.