Particle.news
Download on the App Store
6 ARTICLES
·
4w ago

Sidney Crosby Breaks Wayne Gretzky's Record for Point-Per-Game Seasons

Crosby secures his 20th season averaging at least one point per game, surpassing Gretzky's 19, while Ovechkin nears the all-time goal record.

Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby prepares to take a face-off during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the New Jersey Devils in Pittsburgh, Saturday, March 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Mar 27, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Owen Power (25) defends as Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) skates with the puck during the first period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images
Image
Image

Overview

  • Sidney Crosby achieved his 20th season averaging at least one point per game by scoring his 80th point of the season against the Buffalo Sabres.
  • This milestone breaks Wayne Gretzky's previous record of 19 such seasons, a benchmark that had stood for decades.
  • Crosby's achievement is particularly notable given the significant time he missed early in his career due to concussions.
  • The Pittsburgh Penguins captain has spent his entire career with the team, winning three Stanley Cups and earning numerous individual accolades.
  • Meanwhile, Alex Ovechkin remains six goals shy of surpassing Gretzky's all-time record of 894 career goals, with 14 regular season games remaining to achieve the feat.