Sidney Crosby has maintained his status as one of the premier players in the NHL for 19 consecutive seasons, consistently dominating on the ice for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Even at 36 years old, he remains a standout performer in the majority of the team’s games. has maintained his status as one of the premier players in the NHL for 19 consecutive seasons, consistently dominating on the ice for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Even at 36 years old, he remains a standout performer in the majority of the team’s games.
His latest accomplishment further solidifies his legendary status, as Crosby has now tied one of Wayne Gretzky’s many records. By averaging at least a point per game for the 19th straight season, he joins Gretzky in achieving this remarkable feat, with Gretzky achieving it in each of his first 19 NHL seasons.
While it may not be one of Gretzky’s most significant records, Crosby’s achievement is nonetheless impressive. Moreover, there’s a strong possibility that Crosby will surpass this record next season, given his enduring excellence and the absence of any evident decline in his performance, despite his age and the toll of playing at the highest level.
Crosby’s remarkable career statistics, including numerous accolades such as Hart Trophies, Art Ross Trophies, Maurice “Rocket” Richard Trophies, Conn Smythe Trophies, and three Stanley Cups, underscore his greatness. With 589 goals, 997 assists, and 1,586 points to his name, he continues to climb the ladder among the NHL’s all-time greats.
While the consensus among hockey enthusiasts traditionally places Gretzky, Mario Lemieux, Bobby Orr, and Gordie Howe on the NHL’s Mount Rushmore, Crosby’s sustained excellence suggests he could ultimately join this elite group. Some even speculate that he may eventually surpass Howe in this esteemed quartet.
As Crosby’s career progresses, his legacy in the sport is likely far from complete, leaving ample time for further evaluation and appreciation of his extraordinary contributions to hockey.