Despite the defeat, Tavares’ 500th goal solidified his place among the NHL’s most accomplished scorers and in Maple Leafs history. The former captain joined Mats Sundin (564) as the only players in history to score their 500th tally while playing for the Leafs.

The day finally arrived. John Tavares reached the 500-goal mark in his NHL career after scoring against the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2025–26 season. Now, fans are wondering how many of those goals came while playing alongside Auston Matthews and company.

John Tavares scored his 500th NHL goal on Wednesday, hitting the milestone in the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 6-3 loss against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena in Columbus.

John Tavares scored his 499th NHL goal on a breakaway at 1:28 of overtime and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 on Saturday night to end a three-game losing streak

There is just one NHL game on the docket for Wednesday night, but it should feature plenty of goals. The Toronto Maple Leafs head down to face off against the C

John Tavares recalled watching a Toronto Maple Leafs game where Mats Sundin scored his 500th goal against the Calgary Flames back in 2006. On Tuesday, he has the chance to do the same thing as he sits on career goal No. 499 with the Flames in town.

Maple Leafs center John Tavares scores the winning goal in overtime and head coach Craig Berube is thrilled for his success

Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares has achieved a monumental 500-goal milestone in his NHL career, joining an elite group of active legends. This achievement solidifies his legacy, with a significant portion of his goals scored for both the Maple Leafs and the New York Islanders.