PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – It was a milestone for Evgeni Malkin at PPG Paints Arena when he scored his 500th career goal.

The Penguins' veteran center scored his 500th career goal on Wednesday night, helped by Sidney Crosby, who celebrated a milestone of his own.

Only 48 players have scored 500 goals in the NHL and only 20 players have scored all 500 with a single team.

Malkin's 500th goal came in the third period Wednesday night's 6-5 overtime win over the Buffalo Sabresby putting himself and Crosby in exclusive company.

Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin join Wayne Gretzky and Jari Kurri as the only other NHL duo to score 500 goals as teammates.

Two years ago, Malkin assisted Crosby on his 500th goal and Crosby was able to return the favor Wednesday night.

“We probably deserved that,” Malkin said of Crosby being the one who assisted on the milestone goal.

113 different players have assisted Malkin's 500 goals, with Sidney Crosby topping that list with 140 assists. Kris Letang is second on the list with 87 assists.

“I’m glad the fans are really supporting me,” Malkin said after the game. I feel like it's always a pleasure to play here in this city. Lots of good friends here. I’m excited tonight… it was everything that was perfect for me tonight – score, win.”

Entering the 2024-25 season, Malkin is setting a spectacular pace, leading the NHL in points at age 38. Malkin has 11 points in five games so far.

Next up for the Penguins is the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday evening. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m