Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby appeared in his 1,000th NHL game Saturday night against the New York Islanders. Prior to the game, his club and teammates celebrated the milestone.
When the team hit the ice pregame, everybody was wearing the famous No. 87 sweater with the "C" on it.
WHOA 👀 pic.twitter.com/Dj4xLzmexL
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 20, 2021
Throughout his career, Crosby's been known for his extremely specific pregame superstitions. A part of his routine is to undo his laces and retie them while on one knee, so the rest of the team joined in on the ritual.
The superstitions are definitely real. pic.twitter.com/GekmGff5iO
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 20, 2021
The team also put together a video for Crosby, including messages from Steve Yzerman, Bill Guerin, Steven Stamkos, and Mario Lemieux.
Some friends from around the @NHL congratulated Sidney Crosby on Game #1000 🤗 pic.twitter.com/SURVO9WVWs
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) February 21, 2021
Crosby's parents chipped in with a video congratulating their son.
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
Longtime teammate Evgeni Malkin also chimed in with some kind words for Crosby.
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
Finally, Malkin and Kris Letang both presented Crosby with a special stick and picture to commemorate the feat.
.Penguins Evgeni Malkin hugs Sidney Crosby as Kris Letang looks after giving Crosby a special stick and photo for his 1000 NHL game played. pic.twitter.com/DujtyNRplG
— Charles Palla (@ChazPalla) February 21, 2021
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