Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is approaching Wayne Gretzky`s all-time NHL goal-scoring record and could potentially break it in a game against the New York Islanders on Sunday afternoon. The game is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on TNT, truTV, Max, and Monumental Sports Network.
Ovechkin recently had an opportunity to surpass Gretzky`s record in a previous game but chose not to shoot at an empty net. Islanders goalie Ilya Sorokin has been struggling recently, allowing a high number of goals in both March and the beginning of April. Ovechkin has been in good form, scoring five goals in his last four games. Sportsbooks currently favor Ovechkin to score in Sunday`s game and potentially break the record.
Beyond Ovechkin`s individual achievement, the Capitals are also focused on securing home-ice advantage for the upcoming playoffs. They have already qualified for the postseason and are close behind the Winnipeg Jets in the overall standings. The Islanders are currently competing for a wild card playoff spot and are a few points behind the Canadiens in the Eastern Conference standings as they head into Sunday`s game.
According to sports betting odds, the Washington Capitals are favored to win against the New York Islanders. Betting lines and predictions for the money line, puck line, and over/under are also provided, suggesting the Islanders might be a valuable pick based on simulation data.
Projected score: Capitals 3.0, Islanders 2.8
