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Sidney Crosby takes sole possession of 6th on NHL scoring list in Penguins' 5-2 win over Kings

Sidney Crosby moved into sole possession of the sixth spot on the NHL's all-time scoring list after the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Los Angeles Kings 5-2 on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The milestone was capped by an empty-net goal from Crosby in the third period, which he celebrated with defenseman Kris Letang.

The game, played in Los Angeles, featured intense battles for possession, including a puck fight between Penguins center Blake Lizotte and Kings center Scott Laughton in the first period. In the second period, Kings right wing Alex Laferriere scored and was joined by teammates Adrian Kempe and Artemi Panarin for a celebration, while Andre Lee and Spencer Stastney also engaged in a physical contest for the puck.

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