Crosby, Malkin Power Penguins Past Kings in Milestone-Filled Victory

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Crosby, Malkin Power Penguins Past Kings in Milestone-Filled Victory
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Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin each scored milestone goals, leading the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 5-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings. The win snapped the Kings' nine-game home win streak.

Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin scored milestone goals , leading the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 5-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night. The win snapped the Kings ' nine-game home win streak. Crosby , Anthony Beauvillier, and Kevin Hayes each contributed a goal and an assist for the Penguins . Cody Glass also found the back of the net, while Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves. Adrian Kempe scored the lone goal for the Kings , with David Rittich stopping 27 shots.

Crosby reached the 50-point mark for the season at 14:09 of the first period, redirecting Matthew Grzelcyk's shot from the point past Rittich to put the Penguins up 2-0. This accomplishment places him as the 11th player in NHL history to achieve at least 50 points in 18 or more seasons. Malkin extended the Penguins' lead to 3-0 in the second period with a wrist shot from the front of the net. His 507th career goal tied Jean Beliveau for 44th place on the NHL's all-time goals list. This marked only the third instance this season, and the first since November 5 against the New York Islanders, that both Crosby and Malkin scored in the same game. The Penguins capitalized on their momentum, maintaining their dominance throughout the game. Their victory was a testament to their offensive firepower and strong goaltending. The Kings, on the other hand, struggled to contain the Penguins' attack and found themselves trailing for the majority of the contest. Despite their valiant effort, they were unable to overcome the Penguins' potent offense.The game held added significance as it was the Kings' first home game since the devastating wildfires that ravaged parts of Los Angeles. Before the puck drop, firefighters and first responders from various departments were honored at center ice, recognizing their bravery and dedication in the face of adversity. Players from both teams wore LAFD caps during pregame warmups, demonstrating their support and solidarity with the community. This poignant tribute served as a reminder of the resilience and strength of the LA community

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