Overview
- Crosby scored twice in Pittsburgh’s 5-2 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night to reach 1,772 career points and move into sole possession of sixth on the NHL all-time list.
- His milestone goal came on a second-period deflection past Kings goalie Darcy Kuemper and he added an empty-netter to seal the victory.
- The 39-year-old has 12 points in 17 games this season and is under contract through 2026–27, and he has said he wants to continue playing for multiple years.
- He now needs 26 more points to pass Ron Francis for fifth, and further climbs past Gordie Howe, Mark Messier or Jaromir Jagr would depend on his health, playing time and any contract extension.
- Crosby’s long resume — three Stanley Cups plus multiple Hart, Art Ross and other major awards — explains why even small point gains are treated as major legacy moments.