Crosby Moves into Seventh on NHL All-Time Assists List
Sidney Crosby recorded his 1,110th career assist on Bryan Rust's first-period goal in Denver, moving past Joe Thornton for seventh on the NHL's all-time assists list. The assist came at 8:57 of the first period, with Samuel Girard also credited. Crosby now trails Paul Coffey by 25 assists for sixth, while Wayne Gretzky leads the list.
Crosby’s 1,110th assist came on Rust’s first-period goal in Denver at 8:57, with Girard also credited. The point pushed him past Thornton, who finished with 1,109, after the two began the night tied.
The six players still ahead are Gretzky (1,963), Francis (1,249), Messier (1,193), Bourque (1,169), Jagr (1,155), and Coffey (1,135). Coffey is next, 25 assists away. At 39, Crosby has two goals and three assists this season.
Crosby’s climb may resonate with Penguins fans, hockey historians, and younger players who follow longevity records. It could fuel talk about durability and playmaking across eras. For Pittsburgh, the milestone may lift local pride and game-day attention, while social media and broadcasts could use it to draw casual viewers. It is unlikely to alter daily life, but it may further shape how fans remember Crosby’s career.