What Happened
Chicago Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane became the NHL's career leader in assists among U.S.-born players on Thursday night, picking up the milestone helper on Connor Bedard's game-opening power-play goal against the Winnipeg Jets. It was Kane's 895th career assist, moving him past defenseman Phil Housley, who finished with 894 in 1,496 games. Kane reached the mark in his 1,377th game.
Key Details
- Kane's 895th assist came on Connor Bedard's power-play goal against Winnipeg.
- Phil Housley previously held the U.S.-born assist record with 894 in 1,496 games.
- Kane reached 895 assists in 1,377 career games.
- The assist pushed Kane's career points total to 1,404.
- Kane, 37, is from Buffalo, New York, and is in his 20th NHL season.
- He signed a two-year contract in July to return to Chicago.
What It Means
The assist adds another entry to Kane's record book, coming a year after he passed the mark for most points by an American-born player. His 1,404 points now sit alongside a resume that includes three Stanley Cups from his first 16 seasons in Chicago, the 2007 first overall pick, and the 2016 Hart Trophy and scoring title. He continues to produce in his 20th NHL season after returning to the Blackhawks on a two-year deal signed in July.