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From Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin to Brad Marchand, hockey is becoming a sport for old men

  • At 37, Sidney Crosby maintained a point-a-game pace, while Brad Marchand scored six goals in the Stanley Cup Final at the same age.
  • Alex Ovechkin, at 39, broke Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record and aims to surpass 900 goals at age 40.
  • Patrick Kane noted that advancements in sports science have helped athletes recover faster, allowing for longer careers.
  • Crosby emphasized the importance of experience in playoffs, stating that older players can provide assurance of performance when it matters most.
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From Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin to Brad Marchand, hockey is becoming a sport for old men

Sidney Crosby was a point-a-game producer at 37. Brad Marchand scored six goals in the Stanley Cup Final at the same age, when 40-year-old Corey Perry was also one of the best players in the series.

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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Thursday, October 2, 2025.
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