Penguins’ Sidney Crosby sets NHL record for longest tenure as captain

Sidney Crosby is entering his 20th season as captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins, officially becoming the longest-tenured captain in NHL history. Crosby's 22nd NHL season begins Wednesday night against the Philadelphia Flyers. He surpasses former Detroit Red Wings captain Steve Yzerman, who held the previous record from his tenure between 1986-87 and 2005-06.

Throughout his career, Crosby has recorded 1,761 points in 1,420 regular-season games, recently passing Mario Lemieux for eighth on the NHL's all-time points list. Crosby has led Pittsburgh to three Stanley Cup titles in 2009, 2016, and 2017, also capturing two Conn Smythe Trophies.