**Alex Ovechkin Sets Historic Records in Capitals' Victory Over Golden Knights**

In a remarkable performance, Alex Ovechkin made significant NHL history during the Washington Capitals' 5-2 win against the Vegas Golden Knights. By scoring his 31st career hat trick, Ovechkin joined a three-way tie for the league lead in goals with Sam Reinhart of the Florida Panthers and Leon Draisaitl of the Edmonton Oilers.

According to NHL Public Relations, this achievement makes Ovechkin the first player in NHL history at age 39 or older to either lead or share the league lead in goals, provided he has scored at least 10. Ovechkin, who turned 39 on September 17, reached this milestone at the age of 39 years and 61 days.

Furthermore, NHL PR highlighted another impressive feat by Ovechkin: he is now the first player in NHL history aged 39 or older to score 11 goals in a 10-game span. This string of accomplishments underscores Ovechkin's enduring talent and leadership on the ice.