Paul Maurice must have known what he was doing when speaking of Sidney Crosby’s iconic duo, amid rumors of a trade to join Brad Marchand and the Florida Panthers.

Crosby and Malkin know this could be their final season together, and they're eager to help the Penguins exceed expectations.

Now, Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is close to a major NHL milestone. At 38, he has 1,695 career points, and he needs just five more points to reach 1,700. If he does that, he will be joining an elite list of players, including Wayne Gretzky, Jaromir Jagr, Mark Messier, Gordie Howe, and Mario Lemieux etc.

Sidney Crosby continues to excel in his 21st NHL season, nearing the 1,700-point milestone. Despite his elite performance and proximity to legendary status, Crosby remains grounded, refusing to compare himself to hockey's greatest players.

Sidney Crosby discussed the key factors behind the Pittsburgh Penguins’ strong start to the 2025–26 NHL season, offering insight into the team’s renewed chemistry and winning mentality.

Pittsburgh has seen some extraordinary sports legends become part of the city's culture and go on to become legends.

On Oct. 21, 2025, Sidney Crosby claimed a record that was once thought to be unbreakable. With 1,896 regular-season and playoff points, he became the all-time franchise leader in scoring for the Pittsburgh Penguins.