Alex Ovechkin is a force of nature in skates.
He’s not just one of the greatest goal-scorers in NHL history — he’s a living, breathing highlight reel with a cannon of a shot and a fire that never seems to burn out.
Born in Moscow, raised on Russian grit and discipline, Ovi brought his swagger to the Washington Capitals in 2005 and changed the game.
He’s known for his brutal one-timers from the left circle, that signature “office” of his on the power play, and a playing style that’s equal parts finesse and freight train. He hits hard, shoots harder, and celebrates like every goal is the first of his career. It took him a long time, but in 2018, he finally lifted the Stanley Cup—one of the most electric, emotional wins the league’s ever seen.
What sets Ovechkin apart isn’t just the records he chases (he’s still gunning for Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record), but the joy he brings to the ice. He’s got the heart of a warrior, the skill of a legend, and the personality of a rockstar. And he’s not done yet.
So as he chases The Greatest, for all-time scorer, here are some of his greatest goals. (Roughly, how did he even do that?)
The “Falling Backwards” Goal (vs. Coyotes, 2006)
Rookie Ovi, full speed, falls on his back, twists, and somehow one-hands the puck past the goalie. Pure chaos. Pure magic.
Stanley Cup Final Goal (Game 5, 2018)
Power play, vintage one-timer from the left circle. But this one mattered more than most—it helped seal the Caps’ first-ever Cup. Emotion. Fire. Legacy.
600th Career Goal (vs. Jets, 2018)
Not flashy, but gritty. Pure Ovi. He fights through traffic and buries it. Milestone moment in front of the home crowd.
“Stick Raise Sniper” Goal (vs. Rangers, 2009)
Fakes a shot, drags the puck through defenders, roofs it short side while raising his stick mid-stride. Arrogant. Lethal. Beautiful.
All-Star Break Hat Trick (vs. Kings, 2010)
He danced through four defenders in one rush and scored. Like watching a bull go ballet.
The 50th Goal (multiple seasons)
He’s had nine 50-goal seasons. Every single 50th was a celebration of consistency and dominance.
Slapshot From Center Ice (vs. Canadiens, 2009)
Yep — he scored from the red line. A slapshot. Who does that?
Passing Gordie Howe (802nd goal, 2022)
Classic Ovi style — parked at his office, bangs in a rebound. History made. Crowd erupts. The chase for Gretzky gets real.
