Alex Ovechkin's pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record faces a setback due to a lower leg injury sustained during a game against the Utah Hockey Club. The Washington Capitals announced he is 'week-to-week' and will undergo evaluation by team doctors.

Ovechkin, who leads the NHL in goals this season, was injured after colliding with Utah's Jack McBain. Despite the injury, he remains on pace to potentially break Gretzky's record if he can return to form quickly.