UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #1: Go enjoy. UNIDENTIFIED PERSON #2: Thank you. DETROW: At the beginning of the night, Ovechkin is eight goals shy of setting the record. In the arena's main hallway ...

Nicklas Backstrom opens up about his feelings as he watches Alex Ovechkin approach the all-time goal record from the sidelines. Backstrom has assisted Ovechkin numerous times, but ongoing hip ...

In the world of hockey, few stories resonate more than that of Alex Ovechkin and his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record. Despite not being able to join him on the ice, Nicklas Backstrom, ...

In the world of sports, some partnerships transcend the boundaries of mere teammates, entering the realm of brotherhood and legacy. Such is the story of Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom, a duo that ...

In a piece on NHL.com published March 21, Backstrom’s comments about Ovechkin’s quest were quoted, stating: “It’s pretty incredible if you look at it. I think we all thought maybe it was ...

In a piece on NHL.com published March 21, Backstrom’s comments about Ovechkin’s quest were quoted, stating: “It’s pretty incredible if you look at it. I think we all thought maybe it was going to be a ...

Injured Washington Capitals forward Nicklas Backstrom cheering on long time teammate Alex Ovechkin from home as he chases NHL career goals scored record. Judge dismisses Eric Adams corruption case ...

It’s really fun to watch.” Having played 17 seasons together on the Capitals, Backstrom has assisted on 279 of Ovechkin's 888 goals. Backstrom was the No. 4 overall selection of the 2004 draft ...

The countdown is on with Alex Ovechkin just 6 goals from overtaking Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's career goal leader – a mark that once seemed unsurmountable and earned Gretzky the nickname The ...