Secure your piece of hockey immortality with this authentic warm-up puck from November 23rd, 2024 - the historic night Sidney Crosby became just the 21st player in NHL history to score 600 career goals. At 3:11 of the second period, on a 5-on-3 power play, Crosby's one-timer found the net, etching his name alongside the greatest goal scorers who ever played the game. This extraordinary collectible, limited to 25 pieces worldwide, captures the warm-up before one of the most significant individual achievements in modern NHL history.
THE 600TH GOAL - IMMORTALITY ACHIEVED
November 23rd, 2024, will forever be etched in hockey history as the night Sidney Crosby joined one of the sport's most exclusive fraternities. At 3:11 of the second period, with the Penguins on a 5-on-3 power play advantage, Crosby received a perfect pass from Erik Karlsson and fired a one-timer that found the net, making him just the 21st player in NHL history to score 600 career goals. The PPG Paints Arena erupted in a standing ovation that seemed to last forever, as 18,000 fans witnessed history unfold before their eyes. This warm-up puck from that monumental evening captures the final moments of preparation before Crosby would achieve what only 20 men before him had accomplished.
The magnitude of this achievement cannot be overstated. Crosby became only the second active player to reach 600 goals, joining Alex Ovechkin in this rarified air. More remarkably, Crosby and Wayne Gretzky stand alone as the only players in NHL history to accumulate at least 600 goals, 1,600 points, three Stanley Cups, and two Conn Smythe trophies - a combination that speaks to both individual brilliance and team success at the highest level. For the Pittsburgh Penguins, Crosby became just the second player in franchise history to score 600 goals, following his idol Mario Lemieux who finished with 690. He also became just the seventh player in NHL history to score 600 goals with one franchise, a testament to his loyalty and sustained excellence over nearly two decades.
This official warm-up puck was on the ice during Crosby's pre-game routine, those crucial minutes of preparation that on this night preceded hockey immortality. The warm-up held extraordinary significance - Crosby had been stuck on 599 goals for a week since scoring against San Jose on November 16th, and the anticipation in Pittsburgh had reached a fever pitch. Every shot, every rush, every power play carried the weight of history. When the moment finally arrived in the second period, Crosby's emotion was evident despite the team's eventual 6-1 loss to Utah. "It was a nice reception and a cool moment," Crosby said, acknowledging the significance even in defeat.
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 the very beginning of his legendary career, Frameworth has documented every milestone, every triumph, and every historic moment - with the 600th goal standing as perhaps the most significant individual achievement yet. Each piece is meticulously crafted in our Canadian facilities, where skilled artisans ensure every display case, every frame, and every protective element meets the exacting standards that have made Frameworth the trusted choice of serious collectors for over 32 years. This isn't mass-produced memorabilia - this is Canadian craftsmanship at its finest, backed by our comprehensive Certificate of Authenticity and tamper-proof hologram seal.
Presented in Frameworth's premium deluxe display case, this museum-quality presentation measures 12.5" x 8.5" and showcases the meticulous attention to detail that defines Canadian craftsmanship. The leather-style case opens to reveal the authenticated puck alongside carefully selected action photography of Crosby, including images that capture the power and precision of his legendary shot. The display includes the official "November 23, 2024" inscription and "600th Goal" notation, forever documenting this historic achievement.
With only 25 pieces produced worldwide, this warm-up puck from Crosby's 600th goal game represents the pinnacle of modern hockey collectibles. The convergence of factors - joining the 600-goal club as just the 21st player ever, matching achievements only Gretzky has accomplished, becoming the second Penguin to reach this milestone after Lemieux - creates unprecedented collectibility. For those who understand the rarity of this achievement and appreciate the journey from first goal to 600th, this warm-up puck offers a tangible connection to one of hockey's most exclusive milestones. As years pass and the 600-goal club remains one of hockey's most difficult achievements to reach, this piece will stand as a monument to Sidney Crosby's place among the greatest goal scorers in the history of the game.