Messages Of Congratulations Pour In From Across the NHL For Sidney Crosby Playing His 1,000th Career Game
By: KDKA-TV News Staff
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- As Sidney Crosby played his 1,000th career NHL game on Saturday night at PPG Paints Arena, former teammates, coaches, and other players from around the league congratulated the Penguins captain.
Before Saturday's game against the Islanders, all of Crosby's teammates wore #87 jerseys as a way to commemorate his accomplishment.
Throughout the evening, the Penguins shared video messages from all across the hockey world wishing Crosby well.
Current teammates like Evgeni Malkin, Jake Guentzel, and Bryan Rust were among those to record messages for the captain.
I want more goals for you, more points, more games... And of course, more Cups.
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 21, 2021
We want that too, Geno.
This one will hit you right in the feels ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/iUM2Fwx0t5
Former teammates that played with Crosby were included in the sharing of video messages.
16 years of great hockey and great achievements. Here's to 16 more! pic.twitter.com/CowHIzconR
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 21, 2021
Time flew by, but the pucks didn't (according to Marc-Andre Fleury). pic.twitter.com/DxJulaNxrZ
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 21, 2021
In addition to former teammates, current NHL competition also took the time to wish Crosby well, including Alexander Ovechkin.
From sharing the international stage to the NHL stage, John Tavares is inspired. pic.twitter.com/E6uBKRy62G
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 21, 2021
A rivalry steeped in respect. pic.twitter.com/sxcRd2a8m4
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 21, 2021
In addition to current and former players, Crosby's parents and family sent messages of their own.
It took 20 tries without crying, but they made it!
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 21, 2021
To Sidney, from Mom and Dad pic.twitter.com/7fUC6X3cZY
Proud sister moment ???? pic.twitter.com/GjeSJobvSJ
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 21, 2021