Sidney Crosby Reaches 1,000 Career Assists

He keeps on shining with no signs of slowing down. It's a beautiful sight to see, no matter who you are.

Sidney Crosby, the captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins, continues to script an incredible tale even at the age of 36. In a thrilling 6-5 overtime victory against the Detroit Red Wings at PPG Paints Arena, Crosby added another significant milestone to his illustrious career. On the same day he took home team MVP honors for the fourth straight season and 12th time in his career, he made more history.

With an assist on defenseman Erik Karlsson's overtime game-winner, Crosby reached the impressive milestone of 1,000 career assists.





Just a short while ago, the Penguins found themselves nine points out of a playoff spot with only 11 games left in the schedule. Thanks mainly to Crosby's exceptional play, they've clawed their way back into contention, now holding onto the 2nd Wild Card spot with just three games remaining.

Their remarkable 7-0-3 record in their last ten games has them alive, a point ahead of Detroit and Washington in the second wild card.

With performances like these, it's no surprise that Crosby is again considered for the Hart Trophy, like the legend he is.