Sidney Crosby — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Sidney Crosby is an NHL center for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Sidney Crosby has 10 points (4 goals, 6 assists) in 15 games, a 56-point pace over 84 games. He is 4th on the Pittsburgh Penguins in scoring. 8 of the 10 came at even strength and 2 on the power play. He is averaging 19:26 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Sidney Crosby, a first-overall pick, remains a high-impact offensive center late in his career, still playing top-line minutes. He produces points at a high rate, drives the power play, and consistently gets to dangerous scoring areas, shooting from everywhere on the ice.
Despite his offensive prowess, Crosby gives up chances at even strength. He continues to be a central offensive force, maintaining a demanding role and contributing significantly to scoring.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 200 lb |
| Born | August 7, 1987 (age 39) in Cole Harbour, Canada |
| Draft | 2005 — Round 1, Pick 1 — PIT |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 4 | 6 | 10 | -3 | 8 | 28 | 14.3% | 19:26 | 54.4% | 4.2 | 0.4 | 1.2 | 0.21 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.7 | -0.3 | +0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 82th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| Power Play | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 6 | 10 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:26 | 28 | 14.3% | 4 | 2 | 0.67 | 4.2 | -0.20 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 1.2 |
| 2025-26 | 68 | 29 | 45 | 74 | 10.7 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 33 | 58 | 91 | 17.5 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 42 | 52 | 94 | 22.0 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 33 | 60 | 93 | 17.2 |
| 2021-22 | 69 | 31 | 53 | 84 | 18.5 |
| 2020-21 | 55 | 24 | 38 | 62 | 13.8 |
| 2019-20 | 41 | 16 | 31 | 47 | 10.4 |
| 2018-19 | 79 | 35 | 65 | 100 | 22.6 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 29 | 60 | 89 | 19.9 |
| 2016-17 | 75 | 44 | 45 | 89 | 22.2 |
| 2015-16 | 80 | 36 | 49 | 85 | 17.8 |
| 2014-15 | 77 | 28 | 56 | 84 | 20.4 |
| 2013-14 | 80 | 36 | 68 | 104 | 25.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Sidney Crosby has been worth 1.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.7 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 25.3 in 2013-14.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sidney Crosby's GAR this season?
Sidney Crosby has been worth 1.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sidney Crosby's WAR this season?
Sidney Crosby has been worth about 0.2 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Sidney Crosby have this season?
Sidney Crosby has 4 goals and 6 assists for 10 points in 15 games this season.
Is Sidney Crosby a good center?
Sidney Crosby ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sidney Crosby's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Sidney Crosby has accumulated 239.3 career GAR and 1106 points.
How tall is Sidney Crosby, and how much does he weigh?
Sidney Crosby is 5'11" tall and weighs 200 lb. Born August 7, 1987 (age 39) in Cole Harbour, Canada.
How does Sidney Crosby score across situations in 2026-27?
Sidney Crosby has 8 even-strength points, 2 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Sidney Crosby's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Sidney Crosby has scored on 14.3% of 28 shots in 2026-27.