Sidney Crosby avoids unwanted record with goal in Penguins-Blackhawks clash

The drought is finally over for Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby . The future Hockey Hall of Famer lit the lamp for the first time in the 2026-27 NHL season during Tuesday night’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center in Chicago. The 39-year-old Crosby tied the score at 1-1 with a wrist shot 6:57 into the first period, beating Chicago goalie Spencer Knight for his first goal of his 22nd season in the NHL. You can check out Crosby’s first goal of the season here: SIDNEY CROSBY He's got his first goal of the season!