Penguins Rally for OT Win as Sidney Crosby Ties NHL Assist Record
Pittsburgh rallied late to beat Nashville in overtime. Sidney Crosby tied Ray Bourque’s NHL record for assists with one franchise.
The Pittsburgh Penguins secured an overtime victory against the Nashville Predators on Saturday night, propelling themselves into the NHL record books. With the Predators taking the early lead, the Penguins fought back with a valiant effort. Rickard Rakell forced overtime with 1:06 remaining in regulation, providing Crosby with an opportunity.
Crosby assisted on Rakell's tying goal, recording his 1,111th career assist, tying him with Hall of Fame defenseman Ray Bourque for the most assists with one franchise in NHL history. Crosby had previously surpassed Wayne Gretzky's assist total of 1,086, now sharing the top spot with Bourque and inches away from surpassing the record.
Pittsburgh's victory marked their second consecutive win following a four-game losing streak and extended their winning streak against the Predators to 10 straight games and 23 of their last 27 meetings.
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