Ilya Sorokin never saw the shot that gave Alex Ovechkin the NHL goals record: 'I didn't see the puck. I only saw it when it flew out of the net.'

"Sorokin made 28 saves and surrendered only one goal, Ovechkin's historic marker, in the New York Islanders' 4-1 victory that day."

"Ovechkin's thank you for letting me score comment caught the attention of the Russian podcast, Slippery Ice."

"Sorokin: For God's sake. I can't hear them. Who would negotiate in the NHL?!"

"Ovechkin said, 'It's pretty cool. He's such a great kid, and my kids love him.'"

Ilya Sorokin allowed only one goal to Alex Ovechkin during a 4-1 victory for the New York Islanders, marking Ovechkin's record-breaking 895th career goal. Following the game, Sorokin generously gifted Ovechkin his goalie stick for future display in a Russian museum. Ovechkin praised Sorokin, calling him a great kid. Sorokin later addressed rumors of a pre-game agreement with Ovechkin regarding the goal, denying any negotiations and reaffirming that the match outcome was crucial for his confidence.

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