“It’s because of lots of shots, lots of rebounds coming from the net, so I’ll take it," Ovechkin said.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin becomes the 60th NHL player to record 700 career assists
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“I’m hoping he’s going to break the record, and I think he will maybe this year,” said Chicago's Petr Mrazek, who has allowed nine goals to Ovechkin.
Goalies in awe of Alex Ovechkin as he chases Wayne Gretzky's record
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