Alex Ovechkin reacts to ‘Kings of Zero�?goalie club after breaking Gretzky’s record

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 9, 2025, 18:00 IST

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Alex Ovechkin made a surprise return to social media after former goalie Curtis Joseph celebrated being part of the rare “Kings of Zero�?�?28 netminders who never allowed a goal from Ovi. Following his historic goal to surpass Wayne Gretzky’s record, Ovechkin’s witty response highlights both his personality and the legacy he continues to build beyond the stats.

Alex Ovechkin reacts to ‘Kings of Zero�?goalie club after breaking Gretzky’s record

Alex Ovechkin (via: Getty Images)

In a career built on torching goaltenders and rewriting NHL history, Alex Ovechkin has left few untouched. But believe it or not, there’s a small, almost legendary group of netminders who’ve escaped the Ovi onslaught entirely �?28, to be exact. Dubbed the “Kings of Zero�?in a cheeky tribute by Budweiser Canada, these goalies wear their clean sheets like badges of honor. One of them, Curtis Joseph, took his brag a step further and with one playful post, sparked a rare comeback from Ovechkin himself, not on the ice, but on social media.

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Joseph, a three-time All-Star and Vezina Trophy nominee, took to X with a cheeky post, holding up his commemorative beer can like a trophy. “Feeling very lucky to have NOT been a part of it! 2 shots, 0 goals,�?he wrote, congratulating Ovechkin for becoming the greatest goal scorer the NHL has ever seen.

That lighthearted jab cracked the code. After years of silence on the platform, Ovechkin responded with a perfect blend of humor and swagger:
"Thx u!! I probably score goal on next shot, but u retired!!�?/span>
Just like that, Ovi was trending again �?not for a goal, but for a tweet.
This wasn’t just a playful exchange; it was a full-circle moment. It highlighted the respect among players while also underscoring just how long Ovechkin has dominated the ice. Joseph retired in 2009 and even now, his name is surfacing in connection with Ovi’s legacy.

Alex Ovechkin’s NHL legacy: More than just goals and records

Sure, the goal that eclipsed Gretzky’s all-time record number 895, scored against Ilya Sorokin will forever be etched in NHL history. But moments like this show that Ovechkin’s greatness isn’t just about numbers. It’s about presence. Personality. Impact.
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While Ovi admitted the gravity of the milestone hasn’t fully sunk in, there’s little time to reflect. The Capitals are in playoff position, and the grind continues. With 42 goals this season and more ice ahead, Ovechkin is proving that breaking records doesn’t mean breaking stride.
And as for the “Kings of Zero�? Their club may be exclusive, but Ovi’s charm and dominance remain universal.

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