Alex Ovechkin's historic 895th goal, surpassing Wayne Gretzky's record, was celebrated with a unique tradition. Janet Gretzky gifted Anastasia Shubska

Moments after he scored the record-breaking goal in the Capitals’ 4-1 loss to the Islanders at UBS Arena in New York, the 39-year-old Ovechkin was joined on the ice by his wife, Anastasia Shubskaya, and their family for a mid-game ceremony.

Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals breaks Wayne Gretzky's all-time scoring record with his 895th career goal, marking a historic moment in hockey.

Alex Ovechkin is celebrating passing Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's all-time goals leader with a new bespoke suit. Designed by Tom Barnett New York, the suit features a lining commemorating each of the 895 pucks Ovechkin scored with and a collar stitched with "GR895.

The Athletic has live coverage of Alex Ovechkin’s journey to break Wayne Gretzky’s career goal record. Washington Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin made NHL history on Sunday, scoring the 895th goal of his 20-year career and passing the iconic Wayne Gretzky for first place on the all-time list.

Budweiser Canada sent commemorative beers to goalies who didn't allow a goal to Alexander Ovechkin in their careers.

The Washington Capitals got back to work three days after Alex Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record and hope to get their game on track with the playoffs fast approaching

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The celebrations are just getting started for the Washington Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin after he secured his spot on top of the record books as the NHL’s all-time goal-scorer. Fans will get a chance to celebrate Ovi at Thursday’s home game and see an appearance Friday at Union Station.