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Penguins’ Crosby breaks record for most assists on a single team in NHL history

Sidney Crosby continues to rack up NHL records and milestones. On Saturday, the Pittsburgh Penguins forward surpassed Ray Bourque for the most assists

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Penguins' Sidney Crosby sets record for most assists with one franchise

Another chapter has been recorded in the record books for Pittsburgh Penguins forward Sidney Crosby.

Logan Cooley's buzzer-beater completes hat trick as Mammoth beat Penguins

Blackhawks' Patrick Kane tallies milestone 900th career assist

Lightning star Nikita Kucherov reportedly requests trade, won't re-sign

Lightning GM responds to Kucherov trade request, draws hard line

6 landing spots for Kucherov after Lightning star requested trade

Trick but mostly treat: A look at New Jersey Devils' success on Halloween

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pens Labyrinth / October 31

Penguins' 6 biggest disappointments have become impossible to ignore

It seems like once something starts to look promising for the Pittsburgh Penguins this season, they suffer some sort of setback. A lot has gone wrong for the Black and Gold to begin their campaign, and most of that has been due to some of their headliner names not coming through.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / October 17

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby passes Thornton for seventh in NHL all-time assists

Sidney Crosby’s start to the 2026-27 season might not be as productive as hoped, but his legend continued to grow on Friday night, as he rose up the NHL’s all-time assist list. The Pittsburgh Penguins captain posted the 1,110th assist of his illustrious career against the Colorado Avalanche in a 5-2 loss.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 16

Avalanche's T.J. Hughes achieves personal milestone vs. Penguins

Avalanche rookie T.J. Hughes achieves personal milestone vs. Penguins

In the same game that Pittsburgh Penguins icon Sidney Crosby advanced on another all-time list, further cementing his place as a legend of the game, a member of the Colorado Avalanche reached a career milestone of his own.

Sidney Crosby passes Hall of Famer Joe Thornton on NHL all-time leaderboard

Avalanche hire Brett McLean as assistant coach

Stars emerge with shootout win over Avalanche to split 2-game set

The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / October 16

Sidney Crosby passes Hall of Famer on all-time leaderboard

Sidney Crosby passes Hall of Famer Joe Thornton on NHL all-time leaderboard

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is one of the best playmakers the NHL has ever seen, and even as he plays into his late 30s, that is still very obvious.

Avalanche rookie T.J. Hughes achieves personal milestone vs. Penguins

Watch: Patrick Kane tallies most assists by U.S.-born NHL player

Horrified parents watch son fight in NHL debut for Blues

Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna benching: 'Should've got him out' in third period

Rick Tocchet blames Flyers' struggles on 'horny' defensemen

Flyers close to joining infamous club — and it's familiar territory for Tocchet

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 13

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby dazzles with multi-goal Frozen Frenzy

Some NHL fans have been wondering if Father Time had finally caught up to “Sid the Kid” after a slow start to the 2026 season, but the legendary Pittsburgh Penguins center demonstrated his vintage greatness during the Frozen Frenzy.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 8

Father Time rears its ugly head in Alex Ovechkin vs. Sidney Crosby rivalry

It is a harsh reminder that only Father Time is undefeated in sports. He comes for everybody eventually, no matter how great that player is, and he is unforgiving when he does.

Gavin McKenna sums up his first NHL goal with a great quote

Kyle Connor's two goals keep Jets rolling at expense of Avalanche

Jets' Josh Morrissey leaves game with upper-body injury

Islanders' Alexander Romanov to miss six to eight months with torn ACL

The 10 NHL players paid closest to their on-ice values in 2026-27

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 6

In final home opener, Caps' Alex Ovechkin faces Sidney Crosby, Pens

In the final home opener of Alex Ovechkin's NHL career Wednesday, it's only fitting that he and the Washington Capitals will face fellow legend Sidney Crosby and the rival Pittsburgh Penguins.

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 6

Sidney Crosby had a telling message after Alex Ovechkin's retirement announcement

The NHL’s most prolific goal scorer will hang up his skates at the end of the 2026-27 campaign, with Alex Ovechkin announcing Monday that his 22nd season in the league will be his last.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

Fantasy Hockey 2026-27: Weekly Strength of Schedule and Streaming Targets — Week 2

Welcome to Week 2 of the Daily Faceoff Fantasy Strength of Schedule, your weekly guide to which teams’ schedules are worth streaming and which ones to avoid.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 6

Crosby and Malkin respond to news of Ovechkin’s NHL retirement

Following the announcement by Alex Ovechkin that this would be final season in the NHL, players around the NHL were asked for their thoughts. In Pittsburgh, where Ovechkin had rivalries with Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, both showed their respect.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

NHL Must Watch: The Crosby-Ovechkin rivalry wasn’t over after all

With 32 teams, games every night and ceaseless narratives emerging, the NHL season can make one’s head spin, and it’s easy to fall behind on the weekly storylines.

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The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 4

Two Generations of Greatness. One Hockey Era. And We’re Lucky to Watch

Every once in a while, a hockey number comes along that makes me stop for a second. This is one of those numbers. Connor McDavid has played 797 career games and has 1,229 points.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 30

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby breaks Steve Yzerman's record

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby breaks Steve Yzerman's NHL record

Making history just by setting foot on the ice on Wednesday night, Sidney Crosby captained the Pittsburgh Penguins to a win in their season-opening game in Philadelphia.

Avalanche's latest move shows confidence in Jared Bednar, but will HC deliver?

'Wild West' gets wilder after Golden Knights extend William Karlsson

Patrick Kane had a great message after scoring first goal in return to Blackhawks

Maple Leafs fend off Islanders for coach Jim Hiller's first win

Arizona State hockey coach placed on leave amid probe into player's collapse

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / September 30

Penguins' Sidney Crosby sets NHL record for longest tenure as captain

Sidney Crosby has set another NHL record. The future Hockey Hall of Famer is entering his 20th season as the captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins, and is now the longest-tenured captain in NHL history.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / September 16

Penguins' Sidney Crosby gives contract update as season opener approaches

Is an extension on the horizon for Crosby?

Deep Dive: Line combinations and how rare continuity is across the NHL

NHL CBA changes will dramatically alter contracts, playoffs and schedule

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 9

Penguins Discussing Extension With Sidney Crosby

Sidney Crosby has been a fixture in the lineup for the Penguins for the past 21 years. It appears he has no intention of stopping that number anytime

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / September 8

Sidney Crosby not in a rush to sign new contract with Penguins

One of the greatest players of all time is giving an update on his future.

It may be time to end the speculation of Sidney Crosby playing elsewhere

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 2

NHL outdoor schedule exposes national television hypocrisy

A team cannot become nationally relevant without national exposure.

Penguins facing a major logjam at forward

Cale Makar signs record-setting extension with Avalanche

Six potential trade destinations for Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 27

NHL’s national television schedule reveals troubling dependence on familiar teams

The NHL released its 2026-27 national television schedule Wednesday, promising 172 games across TNT Sports and ESPN platforms. It also provided another reminder that the league remains reluctant to move beyond the same comfortable collection of teams and aging stars.

Erik Karlsson predicted to land with the Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Erik Karlsson, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Eeli Tolvanen

Way-too-early top 10 NHL teams headed into 2026-27

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / August 18

Update on contract situation involving Penguins' Crosby emerges

Update on contract situation involving Penguins' Sidney Crosby emerges

This past May, Crosby revealed that he was "not at all" thinking about retiring after the 2026-27 NHL season.

Keys to a successful Penguins season

Ducks leading scorer Cutter Gauthier rejects Anaheim's latest offer

It's time for NHL to get rid of trapezoid

Five NHL players who could thrive with their new teams in 2026-27

The five most improved NHL teams heading into 2026-27

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 22

Penguins' interest in Wright could reveal their plan after Crosby

Penguins' interest in Shane Wright could reveal their plan after Sidney Crosby

Crosby and Evgeni Malkin have controlled the top two center positions for the Penguins for nearly two decades.

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / May 21

Sidney Crosby reveals massive news about Penguins future, possible retirement

Crosby opened up on his future.

Penguins Have a Lot to Address This Summer

Possible Replacements for Evgeni Malkin if Penguins Move On

Anthony Mantha, Penguins Reunion Unlikely

The 'Most Stanley Cup Playoff goals' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 29

Penguins avoid elimination, Sidney Crosby injury in Game 5 win

Penguins avoid elimination, serious Sidney Crosby injury in milestone Game 5 win over Flyers

The Pittsburgh Penguins aren't going quietly.

Knights pull level with Mammoth on Shea Theodore's OT goal

Bruins' Jeremy Swayman has reason to be furious with teammates

Bruins’ Zadorov fined for cross-checking Sabres’ Dahlin

Sabres could capture first series win since 2007

Will first-round sweep be the end of Brady Tkachuk's Senators tenure?

Senators GM Stave Staios discusses Tkachuk trade rumors

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 5

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby extends record streak in win over Panthers

The Pittsburgh Penguins moved one step closer to clinching a spot in the 2025-26 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday with a second consecutive emphatic win over the Florida Panthers.

Islanders' firing of Patrick Roy changes perception about present, future

Maple Leafs forward receives blunt assessment from HC Craig Berube

Morgan Rielly sends strong message to Maple Leafs after early playoff elimination

Panthers make unfortunate history by missing playoffs after back-to-back titles

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz