Sidney Crosby Signed Plexiglass Disk in Deluxe Case 2005-06 Rookie Season Commemorative Set (Limited Edition of 20) - Auction

THE ROOKIE SEASON THAT REDEFINED EXCELLENCE

The 2005-06 NHL season witnessed the arrival of a phenomenon. Sidney Crosby, just 18 years old, didn't merely have a good rookie year - he delivered one of the most spectacular debut campaigns in hockey history. With 39 goals and 63 assists for 102 points in 81 games, Crosby shattered Mario Lemieux's franchise rookie records for assists (57) and points (100), establishing new benchmarks that may never be broken. This commemorative plexiglass disk, personally signed by Crosby and limited to just 20 pieces worldwide, celebrates a rookie season that transcended expectations and announced the arrival of hockey's next generational talent.

The statistics tell only part of the story. At 18 years and 253 days, Crosby became the youngest player in NHL history to reach 100 points in a season - a record that still stands today. He became just the seventh rookie ever to reach the 100-point plateau, joining a list that includes only the game's greatest offensive talents. Even more remarkably, Crosby remains the only rookie in NHL history to record both 100 points and 100 penalty minutes in the same season, showcasing not just skill but the competitive fire that would define his career. He finished sixth in overall NHL scoring and seventh in assists - competing not against rookies, but against the league's established superstars.

This wasn't just about individual achievement. Crosby's arrival transformed the Pittsburgh Penguins franchise. Despite the team's struggles on ice (finishing last in the Eastern Conference), attendance increased by 33% as fans flocked to witness history in the making. Every game brought new highlights - the between-the-legs goals, the impossible assists, the fearless drives to the net. Hockey observers knew they were watching something special: a teenager playing with the poise of a veteran, the skill of an artist, and the determination of a champion. Though he finished second to Alexander Ovechkin in Calder Trophy voting, Crosby's 102 points remain one of the highest totals ever recorded by a rookie.

This extraordinary piece represents over three decades of Frameworth's commitment to excellence. Since 1992, Frameworth has been proudly crafting museum-quality sports memorabilia in Canada, using only premium materials and time-honored techniques. As Sidney Crosby's exclusive autograph partner from his very first professional season, Frameworth has documented every milestone and triumph. The Milestone Collection represents the pinnacle of our craftsmanship - each piece meticulously created in our Canadian facilities, where skilled artisans ensure every element meets the exacting standards that have made Frameworth the trusted choice of serious collectors for over 32 years.

The presentation befits the achievement. The signed plexiglass disk, featuring Crosby's image and signature, is mounted in a deluxe leather case measuring 12.5" x 8.5". The case opens to reveal not just the disk but a complete celebration of the rookie season - action photographs capturing Crosby's dynamic play, the official statistics that rewrote the record books, and the Certificate of Authenticity that guarantees this piece's legitimacy. The plexiglass format itself is unique, creating a three-dimensional effect that makes Crosby's signature appear to float within the commemorative design.

With only 20 pieces produced worldwide, this Milestone Collection commemorative disk represents one of the rarest celebrations of Crosby's rookie season available. For collectors who appreciate the significance of that magical 2005-06 campaign - when a teenager from Cole Harbour arrived in Pittsburgh and immediately established himself as one of hockey's elite players - this piece offers an unparalleled connection to the beginning of greatness. As Crosby's career achievements continue to accumulate, this commemoration of his record-breaking rookie season becomes increasingly precious, capturing the moment when potential transformed into performance and a rookie became a legend in the making.