Crosby Reaches 1,100 Career NHL Assists

Pittsburgh captain becomes 8th player in league history to hit the milestone

Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:49am

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Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has reached 1,100 career assists in the NHL, becoming just the 8th player in league history to achieve the feat. Crosby reached the milestone with two assists in a game against the New York Islanders, adding to his impressive career stats that include 3 Stanley Cup championships, a World Championship, and 2 Olympic gold medals.

Why it matters

Crosby's 1,100 career assists place him among the all-time greats in NHL history, cementing his legacy as one of the most dominant playmakers of his generation. This milestone highlights Crosby's sustained excellence over his 18-year NHL career and his status as a future Hall of Famer.

The details

The 38-year-old Crosby scored his 1,100th and 1,101st career assists in Pittsburgh's 8-3 win over the Islanders. He now sits 7th on the NHL's all-time assists list, trailing only legends like Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, and Joe Thornton. Crosby also reached another milestone, recording at least 2 points in a game for the 514th time in his career, which ranks 3rd in NHL history behind Gretzky and Jaromir Jagr.

  • Crosby reached 1,100 career assists on March 30, 2026.

The players

Sidney Crosby

The 38-year-old captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins, a 3-time Stanley Cup champion, 1-time World Champion, and 2-time Olympic gold medalist who is now 7th on the NHL's all-time assists list.

Wayne Gretzky

The NHL's all-time leader in assists with 1,963, considered by many to be the greatest hockey player of all time.

Joe Thornton

A veteran NHL center who currently sits 7th on the all-time assists list with 1,109 career helpers.

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What they’re saying

“Reaching 1,100 career assists is an incredible accomplishment that cements Sidney Crosby's legacy as one of the all-time great playmakers in NHL history.”

— Gary Bettman, NHL Commissioner

What’s next

Crosby will look to continue climbing the NHL's all-time assists leaderboard, with Joe Thornton's 1,109 assists in his sights for 6th place.

The takeaway

Sidney Crosby's 1,100 career assists are a testament to his sustained excellence and playmaking ability over nearly two decades in the NHL. His place among the league's all-time greats is secure, and he continues to add to his Hall of Fame resume.