Even at 35, I still think you want to prove you belong, because it is a younger league.” “That’s been the thing that’s driven me since since I got into the league – in your first year, you want to prove that you belong. “It means I’ve been in the league for a while,” Crosby cracked. “I think the most important thing for me is just try to be consistent and if that reflects that great,” said Crosby, who turns 36 in August.Įven more, Crosby’s the first player in league history to post a 30-goal campaign at 18 years old and again when he was 35-plus, according to NHL Stats. Another milestone reached – it came as news to him. Jeff Carter had a pair of goals, Crosby scored on a nifty backhand shot in the second period to reach the 30-goal mark for an 11th season and the Penguins beat the Colorado Avalanche 5-2.Ĭrosby moved into a tie with Hall-of-Fame center Mario Lemieux for the most 30-goal seasons in Penguins history.
He’s simply locked in on helping the Pittsburgh Penguins make a 17th straight postseason appearance.
DENVER – Sidney Crosby wasn’t even aware of reaching yet another milestone.
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