Capitals’ Ovechkin Eyes 900 Goals Against Stars Tuesday Night

Dallas, Texas – The Washington Capitals visit the Dallas Stars on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 8:30 p.m. ET at American Airlines Center. The game marks a significant moment for Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin, who is just one goal shy of achieving a remarkable milestone: 900 career goals.

Ovechkin, the NHL’s all-time leading scorer, enters the game with 899 goals. His impressive journey has seen him become not only the greatest goal scorer in league history but also a key player in the Capitals’ success. In 27 previous games against the Stars, Ovechkin recorded 21 points, including 12 goals.

Both teams enter the matchup with strong ambitions. The Capitals boast a 6-3-0 record, having recently won six of their last eight games, while the Stars, at 5-3-1, are looking to maintain momentum after securing victories against the Carolina Hurricanes and Nashville Predators.

Stars forward Mikko Rantanen is the player to watch for Dallas, leading his team with 11 points through the first nine games. He has performed particularly well against the Capitals, racking up 20 points in 15 career games versus them.

Defensively, both teams have shown strengths and weaknesses. The Capitals average 2.33 goals against per game, ranking them among the top defenses in the NHL, while the Stars have given up 3.33 goals, struggling with their penalty kill at 66.7%.

Dallas goalie Jake Oettinger has been exceptional, holding a perfect 5-0-0 record against the Capitals with a 1.49 GAA and .952 save percentage. As Ovechkin pursues his goal milestone, Oettinger’s performance will play a pivotal role in the outcome.

For fans looking to catch the game, it will be broadcast on ESPN. Both teams will be eager to seize the moment, making this an exciting matchup to watch.