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Sidney Crosby Won’t Be Retiring from the NHL Anytime Soon

For more than two decades now, Sidney Crosby has been one of the faces of the NHL, producing over a point per game in every season for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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Sidney Crosby Outlines His Plan For Future Contract Extensions

Sidney Crosby says he plans to take a year-by-year approach to his future with the Pittsburgh Penguins, but clarified that it’s not a signal he’s considering retirement.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / May 21

Sidney Crosby reveals massive news about Penguins future, possible retirement

Crosby opened up on his future.

Penguins Have a Lot to Address This Summer

Possible Replacements for Evgeni Malkin if Penguins Move On

Anthony Mantha, Penguins Reunion Unlikely

The 'Most Stanley Cup Playoff goals' quiz

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The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least 300 goals in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / May 20

Penguins Have a Lot to Address This Summer

When Kyle Dubas was hired as general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins in June 2023, it was clear that he would be tasked with ushering the Penguins through their imminent rebuild.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Evgeni Malkin News / The Hockey Writers / May 20

Possible Replacements for Evgeni Malkin if Penguins Move On

Evgeni Malkin‘s future with the Pittsburgh Penguins is the biggest storyline surrounding the organization right now, as speculation continues to grow that the Penguins could explore a future without one of the franchise’s greatest players if contract negotiations stall or management decides it is time to transition into a new era.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 20

Anthony Mantha, Penguins Reunion Unlikely

The Pittsburgh Penguins might lose a huge piece of their forward group this summer. As first reported by Josh Yohe of The Athletic in his offseason writings, Penguins forward Anthony Mantha “was clear with his plans” after meeting with General Manager Kyle Dubas; it appears unlikely that Mantha will return to Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Inside The Rink / May 19

AHL Game Recap: Springfield Comeback Falls Short; Penguins Take Game Three

The Springfield Thunderbirds and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins met tonight for the third game in their best-of-five series. The Penguins took the first game on Tuesday night, 2-0.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Lead / May 18

The Pittsburgh Penguins Have a Litany of Questions to Answer This Summer

The Pittsburgh Penguins haven’t won a playoff series since eliminating their in-state rival, the Philadelphia Flyers, in 2018. In 2026, those same Flyers eliminated them from the playoffs in six games.

Sidney Crosby News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 18

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is still making highlight-reel assists with Team Canada

Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins may not still be in the playoffs, but he is still making plays. As the Penguins contemplate the future of the Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang trio, the captain is playing for Team Canada at the IIHF World Championship.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Rumors / May 18

Pittsburgh Penguins – Offseason Questions and Some Options

Josh Yohe of The Athletic: (mailbag) Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews obviously weren’t happy with how their seasons ended. It’s not known if they’d be made available on the trade market.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / May 17

5 Moments That Defined the Penguins’ Season

As is the case for most teams in professional sports, the Pittsburgh Penguins‘ 2025-26 season was filled with its fair share of ups and downs. Starting

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Athlon Sports / May 17

Canada Giving Macklin Celebrini Captaincy Over Sidney Crosby Called 'Blasphemy'

Team Canada’s decision to keep Macklin Celebrini as captain for the 2026 IIHF World Hockey Championship has led to debate across the hockey world, especially after the arrival of Canadian legend Sidney Crosby.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / May 16

Penguins Need More From Tommy Novak

The Pittsburgh Penguins’ season was full of ups and downs. Several players had standout performances, and the team returned to the postseason for the first time since 2022.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 15

Penguins Insider Could See Pittsburgh Being Desirable for Connor McDavid

The hockey world will be watching how Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers fare in 2026-27 very closely, because it could ultimately determine the future of the world’s best player.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 15

Penguins fans get the McDavid, Matthews teases they want

Penguins fans get the Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews teases they want

Pittsburgh became one of the positive surprises of the 2025-26 season en route to qualifying for the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Kris Knoblauch is Oilers' latest fall guy, and there aren't many promising alternatives

The 'Most 5-point NHL games' quiz

NHL News / Athlon Sports / May 14

Hockey Canada Make Final Captain Decision After Sidney Crosby News

For over a decade and a half, Sidney Crosby has been the face of hockey in Canada, with his goal in 2010 remaining one of the biggest moments in Canadian Olympic history.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Inside The Rink / May 15

AHL Game Recap: Springfield Complete Comeback; Evens Series at One

The Springfield Thunderbirds and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins met tonight for the second game in their best-of-five series. The Penguins took the first game on Tuesday night, 2-0.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Rumors / May 14

Pittsburgh Penguins Rumors – Cap Space, Evgeni Malkin, and Sidney Crosby

Tim Benz of the Pittsburgh Tribune Live: The Pittsburgh Penguins have over $42.5 million in projected salary cap space, but GM Kyle Dubas has already warned

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 13

Penguins Face Critical Offseason Following First-Round Exit

The Pittsburgh Penguins find themselves at a familiar yet increasingly urgent crossroads. After a 2025-26 campaign that saw the club return to the postseason

Sidney Crosby News / NHL Trade Talk / May 12

Crosby Added to Team Canada for World Championships

Sidney Crosby will be joining Team Canada at the Men’s World Championships, as per an announcement by Hockey Canada on Tuesday afternoon. The veteran has been added to the team, while news that Mathew Barzal will miss the tournament as a precaution due to a minor, pre-existing injury is also confirmed.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / May 12

Penguins' Kyle Dubas gives Evgeni Malkin update amid uncertainty

Malkin's future will be one of the major offseason storylines in Pittsburgh.

How Lightning's Jake Guentzel may impact Penguins' Evgeni Malkin decision

The 'Most Stanley Cup Playoff goals' quiz

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 11

Penguins rumors: Pittsburgh won’t re-sign veteran UFA forward this summer

The Pittsburgh Penguins are not expected to re-sign veteran forward Kevin Hayes before he reaches unrestricted free agency on July 1, Josh Yohe of The Athletic reported last week.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 10

The Penguins Face A Challenging Summer With Kris Letang

The Penguins had a feel-good year, even if it ended in playoff disappointment against Philadelphia. Many of their young players took big steps in their development, and the team defied expectations and age to reach the postseason.

Anthony Mantha News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 9

Penguins rumors: Pittsburgh won’t re-sign Anthony Mantha this summer

Anthony Mantha was terrific for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2025-26 regular season, scoring a career-high 33 goals and 64 points in 81 games. He was a key reason why the franchise returned to the dance after three consecutive misses.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / May 7

Penguins re-sign Dewar, Solovyov to extensions

A couple of players are staying in the Steel City for a little while longer. On Thursday, Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas announced that the team has re-signed forward Connor Dewar to a two-year contract extension and defenseman Ilya Solovyov to a one-year extension.