Capitals Finally Reveal What Wayne Gretzky Told Ovechkin After His Historic Goal
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What a day in the history of the National Hockey League! Earlier today, as you know, Alex Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky's record, he scored his 895th career goal and became the all-time leading goal scorer.
After that incredible moment, a ceremony immediately followed and paused the game for several long minutes. A game that was eventually won by the New York Islanders.
It was an incredible moment.
So many memorable moments as the NHL pauses to celebrate the Great Chase.
Wayne Gretzky's No. 9 pin brought Gordie Howe's spirit onto the ice.
The gift from Janet to Nastya mirrored what Colleen Howe did 31 years ago.
And the emotion on Gretzky's face as he shook Ovi's hand said it all.
"The legacy of hockey passes down," said No. 99.
Via Frank Seravalli
Wayne Gretzky's No. 9 pin brought Gordie Howe's spirit onto the ice.
The gift from Janet to Nastya mirrored what Colleen Howe did 31 years ago.
And the emotion on Gretzky's face as he shook Ovi's hand said it all.
"The legacy of hockey passes down," said No. 99.
Via Frank Seravalli
Let's talk about that historic handshake.
Wayne Gretzky had said he would be the first to shake Ovechkin's hand after he broke his record, and he kept his word!
The Capitals release unseen footage of what was said between Wayne Gretzky and Alex Ovechkin during their handshake
Check out these absolutely incredible images.
"Congratulations! Amazing! Good for you, and it was a nice one!"
- Wayne Gretzky, to Alex Ovechkin, just moments after the famous goal
- Wayne Gretzky, to Alex Ovechkin, just moments after the famous goal
A historic day!
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