In the world of hockey, there are achievements that defy logic and physics, setting standards that seem unattainable, from Phil Kessel‘s unstoppable streak of consecutive games to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/wayne-gretzky">Wayne Gretzky</a>‘s astonishing goal record.



These records, etched into the collective memory of fans, are not just numbers: they are stories of perseverance, unparalleled talent and moments of pure magic on the ice. Looking back, we encounter the names of legends.



Join us as we explore the most unbreakable records in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">National Hockey League</a> history, moments that have taken the sport to new heights and, to this day, remain the benchmark for excellence both on and off the rink.



<h2>Wayne Gretzky’s career points – 2,857 points</h2>



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Wayne Gretzky, often dubbed “The Great One”, set an insurmountable standard by accumulating 2,857 career points, a record that combines goals and assists. This achievement is widely regarded as one of the most remarkable in hockey history, demonstrating an unparalleled combination of skill, vision and longevity. 



He hit 1,000 points in just 424 games, making him the only player in NHL history to do so in fewer than 600 games. His ability to consistently produce points for both himself and his teammates is a defining feature of his career.



<h2>Wayne Gretzky’s single-season goals – 92 goals (1981-82)</h2>



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In the 1981-82 season, Gretzky set a jaw-dropping record by scoring 92 goals in a single season, a feat that still stands today. This accomplishment is remarkable not only for the sheer number of goals but also for the level of competition he faced in an era of highly skilled goalies.



He finished that season with 92 goals and 120 assists in 80 games, posting a plus-minus rating of +80. His dominance on the ice during this period remains unmatched.



<h2>Wayne Gretzky’s career assists – 1,963 assists</h2>



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In addition to his goal-scoring prowess, Gretzky holds the record for the most career assists in NHL history with 1,963. This record emphasizes his incredible playmaking ability, as he was not only a prolific scorer but also a master of setting up his teammates for success. He is the only player in NHL history to surpass 1,900 assists, showcasing his dominance in creating offensive opportunities.



<h2>New York Islanders’ 19-game winning streak (1982-83)</h2>



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During the 1982-83 season, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-islanders">New York Islanders</a> set an unbreakable record with a 19-game winning streak. This achievement reflects an extraordinary level of team cohesion, skill and strategy that helped propel the Islanders to the top of the NHL. 



Their remarkable consistency during that stretch is a testament to their championship-caliber roster. The Islanders finished that season with a 42-26-12 record and secured second place in the Patrick Division.



<h2>Glenn Hall’s consecutive games played by a goalie – 502 games</h2>



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Glenn Hall set a near-impossible benchmark by playing 502 consecutive games as a goalie, a feat that is often viewed as the pinnacle of endurance in the NHL. This record is particularly extraordinary given the physical and mental demands placed on goalies, especially in an era without modern-day equipment. 



His durability and consistency allowed him to earn three Vezina Trophies and the Calder Memorial Trophy, cementing his legacy as one of the most reliable goaltenders in NHL history.



<h2>Maurice Richard’s 50 goals in 50 games (1944-45)</h2>



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Maurice “Rocket” Richard became the first player in NHL history to score 50 goals in 50 games during the 1944-45 season, a record that set a new standard for offensive excellence. His achievement not only marked a milestone in goal-scoring but also paved the way for future players to aim higher.



At the time, it was a record-breaking performance, as he reached the 45-goal mark by February 25, surpassing the previous record of 44 goals set by Joe Malone in the 1917-18 season.



<h2>Bobby Orr’s +124 plus-minus in 1970-71</h2>



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In the 1970-71 season, Bobby Orr recorded an extraordinary +124 in the plus-minus statistic, a record that still stands as the best in NHL history. This remarkable achievement highlights his dominance on both ends of the ice. 



It was a season where he demonstrated his ability to influence the game both defensively and offensively, revolutionizing the role of defensemen in hockey. No other player has surpassed a +100 plus-minus in a full season, making this a feat that is likely to remain untouched.



<h2>Patrick Roy’s 151 career playoff wins</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250106_BUS_307307_Patrick-Roy-1024x576_f344fad9.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-307405" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/06154434/Patrick-Roy-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/06154434/Patrick-Roy-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/06154434/Patrick-Roy-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/06154434/Patrick-Roy-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/06154434/Patrick-Roy-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/06154434/Patrick-Roy-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/06154434/Patrick-Roy-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/06154434/Patrick-Roy.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Former Montreal Canadien Patrick Roy is introduced during the Centennial Celebration ceremonies prior to the NHL game between the Montreal Canadiens and Boston Bruins in 2009. (Source: Richard Wolowicz/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



Patrick Roy holds the record for the most career playoff wins by a goaltender in NHL history, with 151. His unmatched ability to perform in the postseason helped him become a four-time <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stanley-cup">Stanley Cup</a> champion and solidified his legacy as one of the greatest playoff performers ever. 



His career playoff wins not only reflect his incredible skill but also his resilience in high-pressure situations. With 63 of those wins coming in Stanley Cup games, his playoff dominance is etched in NHL history.

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After an unstoppable start to the 2024-25 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> season, Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin tallies 868 goals and is just 27 scores away from Wayne Gretzky’s 894 goals record. However, as Ovechkin is recovering from a broken fibula, the chase for greatness has been put in halt. 



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/wayne-gretzky">Gretzky</a> holds practically every league record for skaters. If he is to lose the goals accolade to Ovechkin, the Great One can take solace in knowing his name remains attached to nearly every other impressive stat. However, the Oilers legend might not be eager to witness Ovechkin surpass him in this historic feat.



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/washington-capitals">Washington Capitals</a> are tied for first place in the league standings, though they undoubtedly miss their star goalscorer and the greatest player in franchise history. As Ovechkin makes steady progress in his recovery from a broken fibula, the Caps are hopeful to have number 8 back on the ice as soon as possible—not just for the goals record, but for the success of their season.



Although Gretzky has consistently supported <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alex-ovechkin">Ovechkin</a> and wished him luck in his pursuit of this milestone, the greatest player of all time shared a blunt observation about the Capitals’ icon.



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“He’s human. He’ll get nervous near the end,” Gretzky commented on Ovechkin’s chase for his record.


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<h2>Russian machine never breaks</h2>



Against all odds and expected timelines, Ovechkin was seen back on the ice skating prior to the team’s practice on Monday morning. After the results came back indicating the broken fibula on Ovechkin’s right leg the Capitals had set his return within four-to-six weeks. However, Ovechkin might be ramping up his recovery.



His hot start to the season left fans with a sour taste as he sustained such a delicate injury at 39-years-old. Capitals coach Spencer Carbery is still cautious and won’t risk making the situation worse.



“Still status quo,” Spencer Carbery said. “I think you’ll see him closer to practice time – like he’ll be out with Kenny McCudden before practice. Then, I’m sure it’ll probably go to him taking part in a couple of drills, maybe not the competitive ones where’s there resistance there. Those will be the next steps.”

NHL News: Wayne Gretzky sends defiant message on Capitals star Alex Ovechkin's pursuit for goals record

NHL News: Wayne Gretzky sends defiant message on Capitals star Alex Ovechkin's pursuit for goals record - Bolavip US

Ice hockey legend <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/wayne-gretzky">Wayne Gretzky</a> has expressed his admiration for Alex Ovechkin as the Washington Capitals captain moves closer to breaking his all-time NHL scoring record.



Ovechkin, whose rivalry with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sidney-crosby">Sidney Crosby</a> fueled the sport’s growth in the 2010s, has generated even more interest this season with his pursuit of Gretzky’s record. 



Gretzky, who surpassed Gordie Howe’s goal record in 1989 and has held the top spot for 35 years, now sees <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alex-ovechkin">Alex Ovechkin</a> just a few goals away from matching and surpassing this historic milestone. Despite Ovechkin’s recent injury, he is expected to return this season to continue his pursuit.



“Alex has been exceptional for our game,” Gretzky said on CNBC’s Squawk Box. “I hope I’m the first guy to shake his hand when he does break the record.” Gretzky also acknowledged the inevitability of records being broken, saying, “That’s progression in our sport.”



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<h3>The growth of Hockey and Gretzky’s legacy</h3>



Ice hockey has seen significant growth in recent years, with Gretzky playing a key role in its development. NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman noted the rising value of NHL teams, which now average nearly $2 billion each.


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Gretzky reflected on the moment he broke Howe’s record, sharing how it felt to surpass his idol. He also emphasized the importance of youth development in hockey, recalling his own experience of having an ice rink in his backyard as a child.



<h2>The future of Hockey and the legacy of Gretzky and Ovechkin</h2>



Gretzky believes hockey is in a strong position and its future is bright. The league has successfully attracted new fans and expanded its global reach. “I never played and thought about the records themselves. I was lucky enough to play on some great teams and in some great cities. I always tell people it was an honor and a privilege to play in the National Hockey League,” Gretzky said.



Ovechkin, for his part, is leaving an indelible legacy in hockey. His skill, dedication, and passion for the game have solidified his place as one of the greatest players of all time. Surpassing Gretzky’s record will mark a historic moment in the sport.



As Ovechkin closes in on this milestone, the hockey world watches with anticipation. The rivalry between legends and the pursuit of greatness in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> continue to propel the growth and popularity of the sport.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> legend Wayne Gretzky boasts almost every record in league history. Since his retirement in 1999, not many players have even come close to sniffing his accolades. However, there is one that actually did and is closing in on “The Great One”. On that note, Gretzky has made something clear to Alex Ovechkin on the NHL goals record.



The Washington Capitals star <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alex-ovechkin">Ovechkin</a> is currently 33 goals away from Gretzky’s 894 tallies, record in NHL history. The Russian winger has had a strong start to the 2024/25 season and the feat seems closer as each day flies by.



Although <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/wayne-gretzky">Gretzky</a> has dozens of other records to boast about and feel proud on, letting go the league’s record for most goals is definitely a tough pill to swallow. However, Wayne has made something clear to Ovechkin on the record, showing his grace for another legend’s accomplishment.



“It’s not a question of if he is going to break the record,” Gretzky stated, via TNT. “It’s a question of when is he going to break the record.”



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The Great One has as much confidence in Ovechkin as anybody in the Russian’s circle. Gretzky has shown his support for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/washington-capitals">Capitals</a> star in many occassions, often highlighting his desire for Ovi to break his goal tally.


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<h2>Ovechkin recognizes Gretzky’s support</h2>



The 39-year old is a man on a mission. He is after that accolade. Though widely considered as the best goalscorer in the history of the game, breaking Gretzky’s record would cement the claim for Ovechkin. As he inches closer to the history-making figure, Ovi has admitted Gretzky has often times sent him messages in support for his charge at the record.



“It’s great. Even when I have a slump, he will sometimes text me and say, ‘Don’t worry about it. It will come.’ He’s on my side,” Ovechkin said, earlier on the seaon. “If that kind of person is rooting for me, it’s pretty cool stuff. He’s the best player out there and he’s a great human. He supports me and it’s a pretty cool thing. I hope when it’s going to be close, he’ll give me some advice. But not yet.”



<h2>Gretzky’s Points Record is safe and sound</h2>



Though his goals milestone is within reach from Ovechkin, “The Great One” possesses plenty other feats that are well out of the grasp of any walking NHL player on the Earth’s surface. Primarily Gretzky’s Points total. 



Gretzky’s 2,857 points in the National Hockey League put him in a pedestal. The second player on that list is Jaromir Jagr, who is 936 points away. That’s a whole career’s worth of points production. The closest active player to Gretzky’s mark is Sidney Crosby, however, the 37-year old center is 1,246 points behind. It is safe to say we may never witness that record slipping away Gretzky’s hands.

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Five games into the 2024-25 season, Alex Ovechkin stands just 40 goals away from Wayne Gretzky’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> scoring record. As the Washington Capitals star approaches this historic milestone, he has made a surprising revelation about his relationship with “The Great One.”



The 39-year-old Ovechkin has his sights set on a clear objective as he enters his 20th season. Following the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/washington-capitals">Capitals</a>’ 2018 Stanley Cup victory, there wasn’t much left for Ovi to achieve. However, the what’s on his mind could forever alter NHL history. 



The Russian winger is closer to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/wayne-gretzky">Gretzky</a>‘s astounding feat than anyone has ever been. That said, Ovechkin’s yearly production has declined in recent years, and it might take him another full season to surpass the Edmonton Oilers legend.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alex-ovechkin">Ovechkin</a> opened his scoring account for the season with his 854th goal, putting him just 40 goals shy of Gretzky’s record of 894. While no player relishes the thought of their individual accolades being overshadowed, Ovechkin made a stunning confession about how Gretzky closely monitors his pursuit of the record. In fact, Wayne even texts Alex with encouraging messages.



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“It’s great. Even when I have a slump, he will sometimes text me and say, ‘Don’t worry about it. It will come.’ He’s on my side. If that kind of person is rooting for me, it’s pretty cool stuff. He’s the best player out there and he’s a great human. He supports me and it’s a pretty cool thing. I hope when it’s going to be close, he’ll give me some advice. But not yet.”


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<h2>Can Ovechkin reclaim his elite form?</h2>



Last season, Ovechkin scored a career-low 31 goals in 79 games with the Capitals. However, he had a great second-half to the season, scoring 23 times in his final 36 appearances. Judging by the recent-years pace, Ovechkin would get his shot at the record during the 2025/26 season. 



That is, unless we witness a vintage Ovi capable of scoring 40 times in a season. Not long ago, he tallied 42 goals during the 22/23 season. Whether last season was a fluke or a sign of what’s to come, remains to be seen.



<h3>Power Play: Ovi’s best friend</h3>



Ovechkin will continue to operate from his office, positioned over the left faceoff dot, where he has made a living with his lethal one-timer. The Capitals have bolstered their roster with defenseman Jacob Chychrun, who poses a significant threat from the blue line and can create additional space for Ovechkin, a player who has proven he doesn’t need much open ice to find the back of the net.

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