Malkin surpassed Sundin in the list of the best scorers in NHL history

On October 9, Russian forward of the Pittsburgh hockey club Evgeni Malkin overtook Swedish athlete Mats Sundin in the number of points in the regular championships of the National Hockey League (NHL).

It is noted that in the match against the New York Islanders, 39-year-old Malkin made three assists, reaching 1,351 career points. In total, he scored 514 goals and made 837 assists.

Thus, Malkin ousted Sundin from 30th place in NHL history, the Swede had 1349 points. Guy Lefler of Canada is in 29th position with 1,353 points, and the Russian player will surpass his result in the near future. Brendan Shanahan, ranked 28th, has 1354 points.

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On the eve of the Washington Capitals striker and captain Alexander Ovechkin said he was aiming to reach 900 goals scored in the regular NHL championships. The hockey player admitted that he feels good, is looking forward to the upcoming season and sees the season as an opportunity for new achievements. He is still in no hurry to make a decision about continuing his career after this season.

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