Who holds the record for the most 40-goal seasons in NHL history?

Alex Ovechkin broke another record in the NHL by scoring his 40th goal of the season in a game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. With this achievement, Ovechkin has now scored 40 or more goals in a season 13 times, surpassing the previous record of 12 held by the legendary Wayne Gretzky.

The Washington Capitals held a pre-game ceremony in honor of Ovechkin’s historic achievement, during which he received a special gift from the organization, the National Hockey League, the National Hockey League Players’ Association, and his teammates. Capitals players wore #8 on their jerseys for warmups, which will be signed and auctioned off by the Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation at a later date.

In addition to the pre-game ceremony, fans were also given cutouts of Ovechkin’s image to celebrate his milestone. An Ovechkin-themed throne, made up of more than 802 hockey pucks, was also set up on the 100-level concourse, along with a photobooth featuring Ovechkin-themed props.

Despite all the celebrations and history, the Caps lost the game 7-6 in overtime to the NHL-worst Columbus Blue Jackets. Nonetheless, Ovechkin’s accomplishment is a significant achievement, as he continues to climb up the all-time goal-scoring list. With his 820th career goals, Ovechkin is only 75 goals away from breaking Gretzky’s record of 894 goals, which has long seemed unbreakable.

Ovechkin has been a dominant force in the NHL since entering the league in 2005, and he has consistently been among the league’s top goal scorers. His 13 seasons with 40 or more goals is a testament to his exceptional talent and consistency on the ice. As he continues to play at a high level, there is no doubt that he will continue to set records and cement his place in NHL history.

Other NHL achievements that belong to Alex Ovechkin

Alex Ovechkin is one of the greatest players in NHL history. He has achieved numerous milestones and has broken several records throughout his illustrious career. In addition to being second on the all-time goal-scoring list, Ovechkin has also achieved several other notable achievements.

One of Ovechkin's most impressive accomplishments was winning the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy nine times. The trophy is awarded to the NHL's leading goal scorer at the end of each season. Ovechkin won the trophy for the first time in the 2007-08 season and has since won it eight more times. His most recent win came in the 2019-20 season, where he shared the award with David Pastrnak and Auston Matthews.

In addition to the Rocket Richard Trophy, Alex Ovechkin has also won the Hart Memorial Trophy three times. The award is given to the player deemed the most valuable to his team during the regular season. Ovechkin won the award for the first time in the 2007-08 season and followed it up with wins in the 2008-09 and 2012-13 seasons.

Alex Ovechkin has also won the Art Ross Trophy once, which is awarded to the NHL's leading point scorer at the end of each season. He won the trophy during the 2007-08 season after recording a career-high 112 points (65 goals and 47 assists).

In addition to individual awards, Ovechkin also led the Capitals to their first-ever Stanley Cup championship in 2018. He was an integral part of the team's success, scoring 15 goals and adding 12 assists in 24 playoff games. Ovechkin was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player of the playoffs.

Aside from his individual and team achievements, Alex Ovechkin has also been selected to participate in the NHL All-Star Game 13 times. He has been a fan favorite and has been voted in as a starter by fans on multiple occasions.