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Penguins' Sidney Crosby: Picks up two points

Crosby notched two assists in the second period of the game, finding Kris Letang wide open in the slot from behind the net and Adam Johnson similarly three minutes later. The captain was his usual play-making self, though he did not record a shot in 16:11 of playing time.

Penguins' Sidney Crosby: Strong postseason not enough

Crosby had another phenomenal regular season, as he recorded his fifth consecutive 80-plus point campaign, while matching his career high in power-play points (38). However, the most significant statistic for the all-star center is the fact that he played in all 82 games, something he has never done in his career (he logged 81 in 2009-10). Injuries have plagues the Cole Harbor native throughout his career -- concussions being the most serious -- but he was able to stay healthy for the entirety of 2017-18. If he can continue that trend into next year, there is no reason to think Crosby won't rack up a sixth year above 80 -- and could challenge for 90.

Penguins' Sidney Crosby: Hits 20-point mark in just 11 games

He has 20 points in just 11 games and his game has ascended to yet another level. Sid's team is down 3-2 in this series, but don't count them out yet. Not with Crosby carrying the mail. And not with perennial choke artists from Washington lining up against them.

Penguins' Sidney Crosby: Continues postseason excellence

Crosby managed to make a major impact despite not registering a shot on goal, helping his team tie the series 2-2. He has 19 points (eight goals, 11 assists) in 10 games this postseason.

Penguins' Sidney Crosby: Two points not enough in Game 3

Crosby sent the home crowd into a frenzy by breaking a 2-2 tie late in the second period, but Pittsburgh came out flat in the third. Washington won the final frame 2-0 to take the game, thus grabbing a 2-1 series lead. The Pittsburgh captain will look to even the series and add to his 17 postseason points in Thursday's Game 4.