Alex Ovechkin’s historic chase for the all-time goal record is heating up—just 71 goals shy of Gretzky’s mark. This season could be his last shot at the milestone, with a 35-goal performance potentially paving the way for a comeback. But Father Time is undefeated—even for a legend like Ovi. Coaches and the team must prepare for the inevitable decline, weighing his fading physical edge against his still-sharp scoring touch. If he falls below 30 goals, the dream of a final push feels increasingly out of reach. The clock is ticking, and every game could decide whether history remembers him as a record-breaker—or a reluctant retiree.

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