The Pittsburgh Penguins are led by their captain in more ways than one, and he is putting up impressive numbers already.
Ever since being drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2005, Sidney Crosby has been the standout leader in the organization and one of the biggest stars in the league.
Crosby started his career with the Penguins almost 20 years ago, yet he is still producing offense that is nearly impossible to be replicated.
A win over the Columbus Blue Jackets saw the black and gold push their winning streak to five games, but Crosby netted a hat trick and pushed his point streak to nine games.
Crosby has been held from the score sheet in just one game through the first 14 contests, setting him up for a true career-defining pace.
At the age of 36, Crosby is currently projected to reach 112 point in a full 82-game season.
It’s unlikely Crosby can maintain such a pace, but 112 points would give him his second most successful season.
Through 14 games, Crosby leads the Penguins in goals and points with 10 and 19 respectively.
Evgeni Malkin is having his own stellar season, pacing for over 100 points, himself.
The Penguins are still the oldest team in the NHL, but are certainly being led by their stars, much like they have for almost 20 years.
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