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Confirmed: Superstar Placed on Injury List

The superstar Alexander Ovetjkin is chasing ice hockey legend Wayne Gretzky's goal record in NHL, but the Russian is now expected to be out for a longer period due to injury. His club Washington has placed the 39-year-old on the injury list to be able to bring in a replacement from the farm club.

Confirmed: Superstar Placed on Injury List

Ovechkin closes in on the record – left injured

The Washington star Alexander Ovetjkin scored two new goals in NHL and is approaching the legendary Wayne Gretzky's goal record. But the 39-year-old's unstoppable goal form – five goals in the last two matches – can be stopped by an injury.

Ovechkin closes in on the record – left injured

William Karlsson scores winner for Vegas

Swedish forward William Karlsson became the hero when he gave Vegas the win with just minutes left in the game against Utah. It looked bleak for a long time for Vegas, who were behind for most of the game.

William Karlsson scores winner for Vegas

Swedish NHL fighter reached 1,000 matches

Calgary's Swedish center and team captain Mikael Backlund passed a milestone on Wednesday night. The match against Utah away was his 1,000th in the NHL, moreover for the same team.

Swedish NHL fighter reached 1,000 matches

Success debut for new NHL team – won directly

Utah made a success in its NHL debut. The newly formed team, which has not yet got a proper name, won against Chicago with 5-2.

Success debut for new NHL team – won directly