Next Story
Newszop

Sidney Crosby's Most Clutch Performances – A List of His Biggest Game-Winning Moments

Send Push
In the history of hockey, Sidney Crosby is renowned as the ultimate clutch performer. When the game is online, "Sid the Kid" delivers. From golden goals to playoff heroics, Crosby has left his mark on history with some of the greatest moments ever. Here's a glance at his biggest game-winning performances.


Winner of Olympic Gold Medal 2010


The most celebrated moment of Crosby’s carrier was at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. He shot the puck past Ryan Miller after receiving a pass from Jarome Iginla in overtime against the USA. The “Golden Goal” gave Canada its first Olympic gold on home ice. It’s a moment that will be written in the golden words in the history of Hockey.



2009 Stanley Cup Final – Game 2 Winner

Trailing 1-0 in the 2009 Finals, Crosby delivered in Game 2. He scored the overtime winner late in the third period to beat Chris Osgood and tie the series. The Penguins won the Cup in seven games, with Crosby hoisting it for the first time.



2016 Stanley Cup Final – Game 2 OT Winner

Against the Sharks in the 2016 Final, Crosby created the Game 2 winner with a dazzling play. He stole the puck from Brent Burns, then passed to Conor Sheary for the OT goal. The Penguins gained control of the series and won the Cup in six games.


2017 Stanley Cup Final – Game 5 Clincher

image
Crosby did not score the winning goal, but he controlled Game 5 versus Nashville. His talent and skills help Patric Hornqvist to five Cup-winning goal. Crosby was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP for the second consecutive year.


2022 Winter Classic – OT Magic

In a record crowd at the 2022 Winter Classic, Crosby delivered in overtime. He scored a breakaway goal to defeat the Blues, creating another legendary moment on his résumé.

Also Read: Sidney Crosby sets a new record as the most valuable player of the Pittsburgh Penguins.


The Clutch Gene

Crosby excels in hardship and pressure. Whether it's the Olympics, playoffs, or a regular-season classic, he can win out. His legacy is constructed on these instances—demonstrating, time and time again, that he's one of hockey's all-time greatest winners.
Loving Newspoint? Download the app now