Ovechkin's 895th Goal Leads Islanders Over Capitals 4-1

In a significant moment for NHL history, Alex Ovechkin scored his 895th career goal, surpassing Wayne Gretzky to become the all-time leading goal scorer, despite the Washington Capitals losing 4-1 to the New York Islanders. The Islanders, who had been struggling with six consecutive losses prior to this game, were propelled by goals from Bo Horvat, Marc Gatcomb, and Jean-Gabriel Pageau, while goaltender Ilya Sorokin made 28 saves. Ovechkin's historic goal came during a power play in the second period, but the Islanders quickly restored their two-goal lead shortly after. The Capitals' defeat marked their fifth loss in seven games, putting them in a tight race for the Presidents' Trophy. With this victory, the Islanders pulled closer to a playoff spot, trailing the Montreal Canadiens by five points. The game showcased a mix of celebration for Ovechkin's achievement and frustration for the Capitals' ongoing struggles.