And Sidney Crosby's iconic status has become even more iconic.
of captain of the pittsburgh penguins On Saturday his team played against the Utah Hockey Club, during which Crosby scored, marking his 600th career goal. A history-making shot was born Second period On a 5-on-3 power play, he found himself the only 21st player in NHL history To hit that mark. He is also the second active player to join the 600 club. (Related: NFL's 'Thursday Night Football' Steelers vs. Browns game turns into a straight snow globe)
Crosby, who is just one goal behind Jari Kurri, has a chance to break into the top 20 in career goals soon. He also has a chance to break into the top 18 in the near future, with Dino Ciccarelli (608) and Bobby Hull (610) also close on the list. He needs 26 more goals to move into the top 16, ahead of both Joe Sakic and Jarome Iziola.
Another active player in the 600 club is the left winger for the Washington Capitals. alexander ovechkincurrently at a figure of 868. With Wayne Gretzky leading the all-time list with 894 points, Ovechkin will be chasing the historic feat of his own, the most legendary scorer in terms of points.
600 yen for children! 🐧
Sidney Crosby becomes the 21st player in NHL history to reach 600 goals. 👏 pic.twitter.com/M2bS1Q3m7z
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) November 24, 2024
600 for Sid. Truly sensational. pic.twitter.com/bAifduv8We
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) November 24, 2024
Tornado warnings and Sidney Crosby joining the 600 club…it's been a hellish week for Pittsburgh!
