Washington Capitals forward Alexander Ovechkin scored his 894th career goal on Friday, tying NHL legend Wayne Gretzky’s record for the most goals scored in league history.

Ovechkin netted the record-tying goal in the third period against the Chicago Blackhawks.

As the No. 1 overall pick in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft, Ovechkin entered the league as a highly touted prospect and delivered on his promise to be an offensive force. In addition to tying Gretzky’s career mark, Ovechkin holds…