Timothy T. Ludwig
Right now, the NHL ecosphere’s attention is focused on Washington Capitals winger Alexander Ovechkin’s pursuit of the all-time career goals record. That’s probably the most prestigious record in the sport, so it makes sense that everyone is focused on that.
But, Ovechkin’s contemporary, Sidney Crosby, has quietly been chasing down history of his own. On Thursday, he became the first player in NHL history to average one point per game for twenty seasons.
Crosby came into the NHL with incredible expectations as he was billed as the savior of a Pittsburgh Penguins franchise that nearly moved cities prior to his arrival. He somehow exceeded those expectations, bringing home three Stanley Cups to the Steel City, winning two MVP’s and he’s been one of the league’s best two or three players since he entered the league. It’s not a stretch to say he saved hockey in Pittsburgh.
Though he’s missed time with injuries throughout his career, especially head injuries, when he’s been on the ice he’s been remarkably consistent. For his career, he has 1675 points in just 1343 games, a remarkable achievement given the defense and goaltending in the modern game.
On Thursday, he clinched an incredible feat. Take a look.
SIDNEY CROSBY BECOMES THE FIRST PLAYER TO HAVE 20 POINT PER-GAME SEASONS!! pic.twitter.com/pDDaxP227W
— Spittin' Chiclets (@spittinchiclets) March 27, 2025
The Penguins have eight games left, and Crosby has played 71 of the 74 games he has left. He has 79 points in those games, thus clichning a point per game season.
Sidney Crosby is truly a model of consistency.