The Washington Post exclusively filmed with Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin, to break down his incredible slap shot ...

Ovechkin’s trademark one-timer has been an NHL wonder for two decades. Here’s why it can be a goalie’s worst nightmare.

Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson, center Dylan Strome and defenseman John Carlson explain Alex Ovechkin's incredible slap shot – and why he scores so much.

We've said it time and time again; Alex Ovechkin is really good at hockey.His specialty is the slapshot from his so called ...

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is officially in hockey immortality, as he tied Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record ...

Carolina Hurricanes superstar Alex Ovechkin's chase for Wayne Gretzky's record continues in loss against the Washington ...

Wayne Gretzky walked from behind the net to the doorstep of the crease and roofed a backhand over a sprawling goalie named ...

Ovechkin pulled the Capitals within 6-4 at 9:11 of the third period when he got position at the top of the crease and ...

Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st career goal to move within four of breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record, helping the ...

Washington Capitals coach Spencer Carbery smiles while discussing "the few faceoff plays" they run for Alex ... a clean shot off anywhere inside the top of the circles," Carbery said. Ovechkin ...

Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st career goal and Dylan Strome broke a third-period tie to lead the Washington Capitals to a 4-3 ...