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Penguins Overcome Rangers 5-2, Crosby Hits Milestones

Sidney Crosby and Bryan Rust score twice in a crucial win, while Crosby ties with legends in career achievements.

  • Sidney Crosby and Bryan Rust lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 5-2 victory over the New York Rangers, each scoring twice.
  • The win at Madison Square Garden ends the Rangers' five-game winning streak and marks Pittsburgh's first victory in New York after four consecutive losses.
  • Crosby reaches significant career milestones, including his 997th assist and 587th goal, tying him with hockey legends for seasons averaging a point per game.
  • Despite the victory, the Penguins still face the possibility of missing the playoffs for the second consecutive year, a first during Crosby's career.
  • The Rangers remain atop the Metropolitan Division, three points ahead of the Carolina Hurricanes, despite the loss.
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