Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has reached a significant milestone by collecting his 1,033rd assist, tying him with the legendary Mario Lemieux for the most assists in franchise history. This achievement positions Crosby just one assist away from breaking the record and securing the 12th spot on the NHL's all-time assist leaderboard. Given his extensive tenure with the Penguins, Crosby's contributions have greatly influenced the careers of numerous teammates.

The players who have benefitted the most from Crosby's assists include Bryan Rust, Kris Letang, Chris Kunitz, Jake Guentzel, and Evgeni Malkin. Rust, who was drafted by the Penguins in 2010, has scored 59 goals off Crosby's passes. Letang, a franchise defenseman since 2006, has notched 62 assists from Crosby, showcasing their long-standing partnership on the ice.

Chris Kunitz, a four-time Stanley Cup champion, enjoyed a prolific scoring relationship with Crosby, receiving 81 assists during his nine seasons in Pittsburgh. Jake Guentzel, with 114 assists from Crosby, stands out as one of the best goal scorers to skate alongside him, while Evgeni Malkin leads the pack with 140 assists, solidifying their status as one of hockey's most impactful duos.

As Crosby continues to climb the NHL's assist leaderboard, the anticipation builds around who will be the next player to help him break Lemieux's record.