Apr 2, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) clebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

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Alex Ovechkin Set To Break Gretzky’s Goal Record in Capitals vs. Islanders : How and When to Watch

Ovechkin inches closer to Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record as the Capitals face the Islanders in a must-watch NHL clash.

Alex Ovechkin is on the verge of making history by surpassing Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goals record. On April 4, 2025, he tied the record by scoring his 894th career goal in a 5-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. This milestone sets the stage for a potential record-breaking performance in the upcoming game against the New York Islanders. The Capitals are leading the Metropolitan Division with a strong 49-18-9 record. The Islanders, however, are struggling and currently five points out of the final wildcard spot, making their playoff hopes slim.

Alex Ovechkin just needs one more goal to surpass Wayne Gretzky’s all-time scoring record. Tonight, he and the Washington Capitals take on the New York Islanders, with fans eagerly anticipating a potential milestone moment. While there’s no certainty that Ovechkin will find the back of the net, the skyrocketing ticket prices suggest everyone wants a front-row seat to history in the making.

#LetsGoPens Sidney Crosby knew it was a matter of time before #ALLCAPS Alex Ovechkin set the goal record!https://t.co/wLU8rAfvAc
— NHL Trade Rumors (@NHLTradeRumors) April 6, 2025

How to Watch the Washington Capitals vs. New York Islanders Game

Date: Sunday, April 6

Location: UBS Arena, Elmont, NY

TV Channels: TNT, TruTV

Live Streaming: Available on DIRECTV Stream and Max

When to Watch the Washington Capitals vs. New York Islanders Game

Today’s NHL showdown between the Capitals and Islanders is scheduled to start at 12:30 p.m. ET.

How to Watch Today’s Capitals Game for Free

If you don’t have cable, you can still catch today’s Capitals game without spending a dime by using a live TV streaming service that offers a free trial.

One of the best options is DIRECTV Stream, which provides new subscribers with a five-day free trial. After the trial period, the Entertainment plan costs $86.99/month, giving you access to over 90 live channels, including TNT.

Another way to watch the game is through Max, which includes live sports from TNT. Both ad-free subscription plans start at $16.99/month, giving you access to all the action.

If Alex Ovechkin doesn’t break the record in today’s game against the Islanders, he’ll have several more opportunities to make history. His next chance will come on April 10, when the Capitals face the Carolina Hurricanes at home. Following that, they’ll take on the Columbus Blue Jackets in back-to-back matchups, April 12 on the road and April 13 at home. If the record still stands, Ovechkin will have another shot on April 15, once again facing the Islanders, this time on their home ice. The Capitals will then close out the regular season on April 17 against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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