Alex Ovechkin is the king not only of goal scoring in NHL history but also of sealing the game for the Capitals. In 2025, he surpassed Jaromir Jagr for most game-winning goals of all-time.
Here's a look at the players with the most game-winning goals in NHL history:
Alex Ovechkin, 141
Jaromir Jagr, 135
Gordie Howe, 121
Phil Esposito, 118
Brett Hull, 110
Teemu Selanne, 110
Brendan Shanahan, 109
Patrick Marleau, 109
Sidney Crosby, 104
Jarome Iginla, 101
Steven Stamkos, 101
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