Alex Ovechkin is one goal away from the NHL all-time goal scoring record. Tickets to watch the Capitals vs. the Islanders are available on major third-party sites.

Ovechkin is coming off a historic two-goal performance against the Blackhawks at Capital One Arena. A hat trick goal would have broken Gretzky's record, but he didn't want to score No. 895 on an empty net. That means hockey fans everywhere will be tuned in to watch Ovechkin and the Caps take on the Islanders.

Alex Ovechkin tying Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record was a great moment for hockey. The game he breaks the record will be even better, and tickets are being priced accordingly. The Washington Capitals star is on the verge of breaking a record that has stood for 2 1/2 decades after scoring two goals Friday,