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Crosby, Malkin and Letang Become First NHL Teammates to Reach 20 Seasons Together

Pittsburgh opens under new coach Dan Muse after a 34-36-12 season.

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Mar 28, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) and defenseman Kris Letang (58) congratulate center Evgeni Malkin (middle) on his power play goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. The Penguins won 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The 20-season mark was reached in Tuesday night's regular-season opener against the New York Rangers.
  • Crosby (2005 No. 1 pick), Malkin (2004 No. 2) and Letang (2005 third round) arrived by 2006 after entering the organization within two years.
  • The trio powered three Stanley Cup titles and all rank in the franchise’s top five in points, with Crosby 37 shy of Mario Lemieux’s team record.
  • Crosby and Letang are signed beyond this season, while Malkin is set for unrestricted free agency with options reported to include retirement, a new team, a Penguins return or the KHL.
  • After moving on from Mike Sullivan, GM Kyle Dubas hired former Rangers assistant Dan Muse to lead a rebound.