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Top 10 Players Chasing Their First 50 Goal Season

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Dobber Hockey
Jul 28, 2025 12:15 PM

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The pursuit of a 50-goal season is one of the most coveted achievements in the NHL, and as the 2025 season approaches, several players are on the brink of reaching this milestone for the first time. Among them, Alex Ovechkin is once again being highlighted, as the Washington Capitals' veteran continues to defy age and expectations. His incredible shooting ability and relentless scoring instinct make him a perennial contender for this prestigious mark.

Not far behind, Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs has proven himself as one of the league's most elite scorers. After a strong start to the previous season, he is poised to take another step forward and finally reach that golden 50-goal plateau. His combination of size, skill, and shooting precision is unrivaled, making him a player to watch closely.

Another exciting name on the list is Tim Stützle from the Ottawa Senators. The young forward has shown flashes of brilliance and has developed into a scoring threat. If he can maintain consistency, a 50-goal season might not just be a dream but a plausible reality for him.

As the competition heats up, players like Kirill Kaprizov of the Minnesota Wild and Jonathan Huberdeau of the Calgary Flames are also targeting this milestone. Each player brings their unique style and flair to the ice, contributing to an exciting race that hockey fans will surely not want to miss. With the league's scoring climate more favorable than in years past, the anticipation for who will achieve this goal first is building day by day.