Blackhawks’ Patrick Kane sets NHL assist record for U.S.-born players with a helper on Bedard’s goal

Oct 15, 2026, 10:38 PM ET|Comments (0)

from Sportsnet, by Associated Press,

CHICAGO — Chicago Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane earned another career milestone in becoming the NHL’s career leader in assists among U.S.-born players.

The 37-year-old from Buffalo, New York, earned his 895th career assist on Connor Bedard’s game-opening power-play goal against the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday night. In doing so in his 1,377th game, Kane surpassed the American-born record held by defenseman Phil Housley, who had 894 assists in 1,496 games.

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