Alexander Ovechkin: I’d instantly retire if I beat Wayne Gretzky’s goals record | In the Crease

Alexander Ovechkin and John Carlson of the Washington Capitals sit down with Linda Cohn on In the Crease. Ovechkin speaks about approaching Wayne Gretzky’s NHL goals record, avoiding serious injury in his career and how he’d celebrate differently if the Caps won the Stanley Cup again. Carlson talks about why Connor McDavid is the toughest player for him to defend. For more In the Crease, sign up for ESPN+ today at


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