In a monumental moment, Sidney Crosby has matched the record of his ex-teammate Mark Recchi, landing at the 13th spot on the NHL’s historic points leaderboard. Achieving his 1,533rd career point, Crosby played a pivotal role with two goals and an assist in the Pittsburgh Penguins’ nail-biting 4-3 shootout triumph over the Montreal Canadiens.
Crosby reflected on his journey with a sense of awe, recognizing the significance of paralleling Recchi’s achievements. “Time flies,” Crosby remarked. “Being in the same league as Recchi, especially having shared the ice with him and having seen his prowess in Montreal, is truly an honor. He set a high bar with his consistency and skill.”
This three-point showcase by Crosby propelled him past the renowned defenseman Paul Coffey. In a dramatic turn of events, Jansen Harkins emerged as the unexpected hero, netting the decisive goal in a marathon 12th round of the shootout.
JANSEN HARKINS, THE UNLIKELY STAR! pic.twitter.com/oM5LtHNRgJ
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) December 14, 2023
Jake Guentzel, the Penguins’ winger, made his mark with a power-play goal, while goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic was a fortress, repelling 39 shots.
The initial shootout rounds saw an exchange of successful attempts by Montreal Canadiens’ Cole Caulfield and Nick Suzuki, alongside Kris Letang and Crosby. However, the subsequent rounds saw a deadlock, broken only in the seventh round when Sean Monahan of the Canadiens and Lars Eller of the Penguins each found the net.
Harkins, with a mere 4:24 of game time, emerged as the clincher, slipping the puck past Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault.
Crosby, now just six points shy of Joe Thornton’s 1,539, eyes the 12th position on the all-time list. Not far ahead lies the legendary Boston Bruins defenseman Raymond Bourque, with 1,579 points.
With a current tally of 31 points (17 goals & 14 assists) this season, Crosby is on track for a 91-point season, making Bourque’s record well within reach, being only 46 points ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Sidney Crosby Record
What milestone did Sidney Crosby reach in the Penguins’ game against the Canadiens?
Sidney Crosby tied with Mark Recchi for the 13th spot on the NHL’s all-time points list, recording his 1,533rd career point.
How did Crosby contribute to the Penguins’ win over the Canadiens?
Crosby scored two goals and provided an assist, playing a crucial role in the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 4-3 shootout victory against the Montreal Canadiens.
Who scored the winning goal in the Penguins vs Canadiens game?
Jansen Harkins scored the game-winning goal in the 12th round of the shootout.
What are Sidney Crosby’s next targets on the NHL all-time points list?
Crosby is just six points behind Joe Thornton, who holds the 12th spot with 1,539 points, and is also approaching Raymond Bourque’s 1,579 points.
What is Sidney Crosby’s point tally for the current season?
As of this game, Crosby has accumulated 31 points (17 goals and 14 assists) in the 2023-24 season.
More about Sidney Crosby Record
- Sidney Crosby’s Career Statistics
- NHL All-Time Points Leaders
- Pittsburgh Penguins Official Site
- Montreal Canadiens Recent Games
- NHL Shootout Rules and Highlights
5 comments
wow Crosby’s still got it, tying with Recchi thats huge!! Penguins are on fire this season
tough loss for us but gotta admit, that was a thrilling game, Crosby’s a legend no doubt
crosby closing in on thornton and bourque, he’s really writing his name in the history books
Harkins scoring the winner, what a surprise! only 4:24 on ice and he nails it, talk about clutch
nedeljkovic was a beast in the net, 39 saves? incredible performance by him too