Alex Ovechkin is just three goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record, and the Washington Capitals star is showing no signs of slowing down. With seven games left in the regular season, Ovechkin is poised to make history and become the new NHL goals record holder. * Ovechkin has scored 892 goals in his career, with 39 of those coming this season. * He has been on a tear lately, scoring six goals in his last nine games and averaging over 40 goals per season for the last four years. * Ovechkin's pursuit of the record has been a long time coming, with the Russian winger having played in the NHL for 20 seasons and consistently dominating on the ice. Some of the key factors that have contributed to Ovechkin's success include: * His incredible speed and agility, which allow him to get into position to score goals that other players can't. * His powerful shot, which is considered one of the best in the NHL. * His ability to read the game and anticipate where the puck will be, which allows him to get into position to score. As Ovechkin closes in on the record, fans around the world are counting down to the milestone moment. Goal counters and messages of encouragement have popped up in the nation's capital and Ovechkin's hometown of Moscow, with everyone eagerly awaiting the moment when he breaks the record. * The NHL has created a microsite to document the chase, and the Capitals have an online way for people to check in from where they are watching from. * Fans are also showing their support on social media, using hashtags like #GR8Chase to track Ovechkin's progress and share their own messages of encouragement. With Ovechkin's unstoppable scoring pace and the excitement building around the NHL goals record, it's an exciting time for hockey fans everywhere. Will he break the record this week, or will it take a few more games? One thing is for sure - Alex Ovechkin is on the verge of making history, and everyone will be watching as he chases down Wayne Gretzky's record. Ovechkin's pursuit of the NHL goals record is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the sport, and he is an inspiration to fans around the world. As he closes in on the record, Ovechkin is proving once again why he is one of the greatest hockey players of all time.