NHL: Eternal scorer list: Ovechkin outstrips Recchi

The Russian superstar Alexander Ovechkin is the NHL’s only number 20 in the all-time goalscorer list. Washington Capitals’ 4-1 win over San Jose Sharks put the striker in 578th place. Mark Recchi (577) left Mark Recchi behind him.

However, Ovechkin (32), who marked number 20 for Capitals Saisontor, is far behind the top.

In front is “The Great One” Wayne Gretzky (894) in front of the late Gordie Howe (801) and star Jaromir Jagr (766) from the Calgary Flames.

Washington is after 16. Season’s victory seventh at the Eastern Conference. National goalkeeper Philipp Grubauer held 22 shots for the capitals.

Washington Capitals – San Jose Sharks 4:1 BOXSCORE

Florida Panthers – New York Islanders 4:5 SO BOXSCORE

Nashville Predators – Boston Bruins 5:3 BOXSCORE

Calgary Flames – Philadelphia Flyers 2:5 BOXSCORE