McDavid’s chase for Crosby’s best-in-the-world crown begins this season
It was around this time 10 years ago that Sidney Crosby staked his case as the best hockey player in the world.
As a 19-year-old for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Crosby scored 36 goals and dished out 84 assists, running away with the Hart Trophy for league MVP with an remarkable sophomore season.
Crosby would become the youngest captain in NHL history to win the Stanley Cup only two years later.
The Cole Harbour, N.S., native is now approaching 30. While he doesn’t look like someone ready to give up his place atop the sport just yet, a legitimate challenger to the throne is about to emerge.