The Chicago Blackhawks (21-44-10, in the Central Division) will take on the Washington Capitals (48-18-9, in the Metropolitan Division) on Friday, April 4, with Alex Ovechkin edging closer to Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal-scoring record.
Sitting at 892 career goals, the Capitals’ captain is just two away from matching Gretzky’s legendary mark. Ovechkin found the back of the net on a 5-on-3 power play during Washington’s 5-1 defeat to the Carolina Hurricanes. Positioned just above the left faceoff circle, the Capitals’ captain unleashed a signature one-timer, converting a crisp feed from Jakob Chychrun past goaltender Frederik Andersen.
Given Chicago’s defensive struggles—allowing the third-most goals this season—Ovechkin could easily capitalize. With 15 goals in 25 career regular-season matchups against the Blackhawks, this could be the perfect stage for Ovechkin’s milestone moment.
The Sporting News has all the details on how to watch Capitals vs. Blackhawks as Ovechkin chases Gretzky’s record.
How to watch Capitals vs. Blackhawks
- TV channel (local): Monumental Sports Network (MSN), Chicago Sports Home Network (CHSN)
- TV channel (national): NHLN
- Live stream: Sling
The Capitals vs. Blackhawks game will be aired nationally on NHL Network. It will be shown locally on CHSN in Chicago and on Monumental Sports Network in Washington. Streaming options are available on Sling.
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Capitals vs. Blackhawks start time
- Date: Friday, April 4
- Time: 7:00 p.m. ET | 6:00 p.m. CT
Puck drop for Capitals vs. Blackhawks is at 7:00 p.m. ET on Friday, April 4. The game will take place at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., United States.
Capitals vs. Blackhawks radio station
NHL fans can tune into the Capitals vs. Blackhawks live on SiriusXM channels 91 (Capitals broadcast).
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NHL all-time goals leaders
Most career goals in NHL history
| Player | Teams | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Wayne Gretzky | Oilers, Kings, Blues, Rangers | 894 |
| Alex Ovechkin | Capitals | 892 |
| Gordie Howe | Red Wings, Whalers | 801 |
| Jaromir Jagr | Penguins, Capitals, Rangers, Flyers, Stars, Bruins, Devils, Panthers, Flames | 766 |
| Brett Hull | Flames, Blues, Stars, Red Wings, Coyotes | 741 |
Alex Ovechkin career stats
| Season | GP | Goals | G/GP | Assists | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005-06 | 81 | 52 | 0.64 | 54 | 106 |
| 2006-07 | 82 | 46 | 0.56 | 46 | 92 |
| 2007-08* | 82 | 65 | 0.79 | 47 | 112 |
| 2008-09* | 79 | 56 | 0.71 | 54 | 110 |
| 2009-10 | 72 | 50 | 0.69 | 59 | 109 |
| 2010-11 | 79 | 32 | 0.41 | 53 | 85 |
| 2011-12 | 78 | 38 | 0.49 | 27 | 65 |
| 2012-13* | 48 | 32 | 0.67 | 24 | 56 |
| 2013-14* | 78 | 51 | 0.65 | 28 | 79 |
| 2014-15* | 81 | 53 | 0.65 | 28 | 81 |
| 2015-16* | 79 | 50 | 0.63 | 21 | 71 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 33 | 0.40 | 36 | 69 |
| 2017-18* | 82 | 49 | 0.60 | 38 | 87 |
| 2018-19* | 81 | 51 | 0.63 | 38 | 89 |
| 2019-20*^ | 68 | 48 | 0.71 | 19 | 67 |
| 2020-21 | 45 | 24 | 0.53 | 18 | 42 |
| 2021-22 | 77 | 50 | 0.64 | 40 | 90 |
| 2022-23 | 73 | 42 | 0.56 | 33 | 75 |
| 2023-24 | 79 | 31 | 0.39 | 34 | 65 |
| 2024-25 | 58 | 38 | 0.65 | 27 | 65 |
* Won the Rocket Richard Trophy
^ Co-winner with David Pastrnak
Capitals 2025 schedule
Here are the Capitals’ next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| April 1 | at Bruins | 7 p.m. |
| April 2 | at Carolina | 7 p.m. |
| April 4 | vs. Blackhawks | 7 p.m. |
| April 6 | at NY Islanders | 12:30 p.m. |
| April 10 | vs. Carolina | 7:30 p.m. |
Blackhawks 2025 schedule
Here are the Blackhawk’s next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| April 4 | at Capitals | 7 p.m. |
| April 6 | vs. Pittsburgh | 6 p.m. |
| April 8 | at Pittsburgh | 7 p.m. |
| April 10 | at Boston | 7 p.m. |
| April 12 | at Winnipeg | 7 p.m. |
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