Fans, the moment we’ve been waiting for is almost upon us! Alex Ovechkin is just one goal away from becoming the top scorer in NHL history, surpassing the legendary Wayne Gretzky. After a thrilling two-goal matchup against the Chicago Blackhawks, Ovechkin tied Gretzky's longstanding record of 894 goals, and now all eyes will be on him as he faces the New York Islanders.

This past Friday was a memorable night at Capital One Arena, where the chants of "Ovi!" resonated throughout as he scored two remarkable goals. However, in a display of sportsmanship, Ovechkin notably bypassed a chance to score an empty-net goal that would have broken the record, stating his desire to do so against a goaltender in the crease. Capitals coach Spencer Carbery praised Ovechkin for his decision, reinforcing the superstar's commitment to earning this monumental achievement in the right way.

Ovechkin, now in his 39th season, continues to astound fans and critics alike. He notched his 14th career 40-goal season, putting him two ahead of Gretzky for the most in NHL history. With six games left in the Capitals' schedule, including this crucial matchup against the Islanders, it’s an exciting time for hockey fans everywhere.

Adding to the anticipation, Ovechkin has a phenomenal history against New York, having scored 44 goals in 71 career games against them—the eighth-most against any single team. It’s clear he relishes the opportunity to deliver a historic moment against a rival like the Islanders.

How to Watch this Historic Game:

- **Date:** Sunday, April 6

- **Time:** 12:30 p.m. ET

- **Location:** UBS Arena, New York, New York

- **TV Broadcast:** TNT, truTV

- **Streaming Availability:** fuboTV (sign up for a free trial!)

As the hockey world holds its breath for Ovechkin's record-breaking goal, don’t miss your chance to witness history in the making. Tune in this Sunday—this could be the day that changes the record books forever!