As the excitement builds around Alex Ovechkin's pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's legendary all-time goal record, fans are clamoring for a chance to witness this historic moment live. Ovechkin is just one goal shy of surpassing Gretzky, having tied the record with his 894th career goal during a thrilling game on Friday night. With the Washington Capitals set to face the New York Islanders on Sunday afternoon, ticket prices have soared to unprecedented levels.

Reports from TickPick indicate that the cheapest tickets available for the highly anticipated showdown are now a staggering $600. This price secures a seat in the upper levels of UBS Arena, where fans will have to contend with a significant distance from the ice. Just a couple of days prior, on Thursday, the same ticket was available for a much more reasonable price of $163. Earlier in the season, fans could even snag a seat for as low as $48 before prices skyrocketed with the onset of this thrilling chase.

While the current prices might seem exorbitant, they reflect the monumental nature of what could unfold on Sunday. Ovechkin has a remarkable record against the Islanders, having scored 44 goals against them in his career. However, he has never managed to score against their standout goaltender, Ilya Sorokin, who is expected to be between the pipes for the Islanders.

As spectators prepare to pay premium prices for what may be a historic moment in the NHL, the atmosphere in the arena is expected to be electric. With Ovechkin so close to breaking Gretzky’s record, fans and analysts alike are eager to see if he can capitalize on this opportunity and etch his name even deeper into the annals of hockey history.

Are you ready for the drama of the game? Will Ovechkin finally score against the formidable Sorokin and delight the fans with a record-breaking moment? Be sure to tune in!