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Arlington, VA
Sports
Alexander Ovechkin Passes Wayne Gretzky With Record-Breaking 895th Goal (
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The Great Chase is over. Alexander Ovechkin did the once-unthinkable, topping Wayne Gretzky with his 895th career goal, putting himself atop the leaderboard with a record that may never be broken. Minutes into the second period on Sunday afternoon, Ovechkin took in a cross-ice pass in his favorite spot off the left wing, ending his chase with "The Great One" and bringing Capitals fans to their feet with his historic goal. After putting the puck in the net for the 895th time, Ovechkin belly flopped across the ice as his team mobbed him on top of the Islanders logo at UBS Arena. …
Arlington, VA
Sports
‘The Great 8’ Catches ‘The Great One’: Ovechkin Ties Gretzky With 894th Goal
"The Great 8" is standing side by side with "the Great One," and is poised to reach a new milestone. With Wayne Gretzky watching from a suite at Capital One Arena, Alexander Ovechkin inched closer to history as he scored the 893rd and 894th goals of his career to tie the all-time NHL record. EIGHT. NINETY. FOUR. WE ARE WITNESSING GR8NESS. pic.twitter.com/6ia09pU2OF — x - Washington Capitals (@Capitals) April 5, 2025 The history-tying goal came halfway through the third period against the Chicago Blackhawks when he took the puck racing down the left wing and put it past the goalie…
Arlington, VA
Sports
'Barely Alive:' Washington Caps PA, Voice Actor From VA Wes Johnson Suffers Medical Emergency
Legendary voice actor and longtime Washington Capitals PA announcer Wes Johnson has been hospitalized after suffering a medical emergency, according to organizers of an online fundraiser for the family. Last week, Johnson flew down to Atlanta to host a benefit event for the National Alzheimer's Foundation, but never made it after checking into his hotel. "When he didn’t show up at the event, his wife tried desperately to get in touch with him," organizers of a GoFund me for Johnson that went viral, said. "It took hotel security to enter his room and discover him unconscious and barely alive…
Frederick, MD
Obituaries
Dominic Valenti Of Frederick Dies Suddenly New Year's Day, 27
A Maryland community is in mourning after the sudden loss of 27-year-old Dominic Michael Valenti, a vibrant soul remembered for his compassion, courage, and love of life. Valenti, born in New Mexico on June 5, 1997, passed away on New Year's Day, leaving behind a loving family who remembered the Frederick High School graduate as "a beloved son, brother, and friend." "(He) will be lovingly remembered for his compassion, bravery, and unfailing courage," they said. "His infectious smile, humor, and genuine nature made a lasting impression on everyone who knew him." “Dominic w…
Alexandria, VA
Sports
Deal To Bring Caps, Wizards From DC To Potomac Yard Dead, Officials Say
The Washington Capitals and Wizards are staying put after all. Following months of negotiations, the City of Alexandria announced on Monday, March 27 that they've cut off talks related to the Potomoac Yard Entertainment District that would have led to the teams heading from DC into Virginia. It has been a source of consternation among sports fans, residents, and politicians for weeks. "We negotiated a framework for this opportunity in good faith and participated in the process in Richmond in a way that preserved our integrity," officials said. "We trusted this process and are disappointed …
Newark, NJ
Sports
Golf Cart DUI Briefly Lands NJ Devils Associate Coach In Florida Jail
NHL All Star Game Week proved to be unforgettable for NJ Devils Associate Coach Andrew Brunette, who was arrested for driving a golf cart while under the influence last week in Florida, various news outlets are reporting citing authorities in Broward County. It all started early Wednesday, Jan. 25 when a sheriff's deputy was apparently writing a ticket for Brunette's illegally parked golf cart outside of a Deerfield Beach bar, according to local10, who first reported the incident. SLATER SCOOP: New Jersey Devils associate coach Andrew Brunette was arrested for DUI in South Florida on We…
Towson, MD
Obituaries
Baltimore-Born First Responder Who Called His Work Family ‘Home,' Dies At 36
A community in North Carolina is honoring a first responder from Maryland who suddenly lost his life at the start of the month. Anthony Donald DiFilippo died at the age of 36 on Tuesday, Mar. 1 while visiting his family. DiFilippo was born in Baltimore and worked as an Emergency Medical Technician at Cove City EMS in Craven County, North Carolina, according to his obituary. He was big into sports and especially loved the Washington Capitals. “During his time with Cove City, Anthony greatly impacted the lives of so many, his mother MaryJo said on a GoFundMe campaign. “From fellow …
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
News
Jackpot
: NJ Man Wins $231K After Hitting 12-Leg Sports Bet Parlay
A New Jersey man won the largest HardRockCasino.com jackpot since sports gambling became legal in the state, the casino said. Gregory L. of Monmouth County put down $326 before hitting the 12-leg parlay, winning $231,000 in a multi-sport parlay, the casino said. Gregory connected on six NBA and NHL games last Thursday, NJ.com says citing his betting slip. Here were his bets, according to the outlet. Brooklyn Nets over Boston Celtics (money line) Toronto Raptors vs. Atlanta Hawks (over 56.5 points in the first quarter) Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic (over 210.5 points) New York Knicks vs. M…
Massapequa, NY
Sports
Islanders' Playoff Resurgence Sparks LI Pride As Second Round Of Playoffs Gets Underway
With the New York Islanders moving on to the second round of the NHL playoffs, Long Islanders are bleeding blue and orange for their resurgent team which famously won four straight Stanley Cups between 1980 and 1983. After easily dispatching the Pittsburgh Penguins in a first-round sweep, the Islanders - often considered the little brother to the Rangers - have Long Island buzzing with excitement for their second-round matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes, who pulled a dramatic Round 1 Game 7 overtime win against the defending Stanley Cup champion Washington Capitals. In advance of the s…
