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Sidney Crosby Opens Up on Emotional Pre-Game Stanley Cup Tribute

Saturday afternoon was a special day for Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins. Not only did they beat the rival New York Rangers 6–5 on home ice, but they did so in front of a large portion of the 2016 Stanley Cup championship team, which was honored before the game to mark the 10-year anniversary of the accomplishment.

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The Pittsburgh Penguins Are Leaning On Dynamic Veterans To Lead The Way

The Metropolitan Division has been full of unexpected storylines this season, with plenty of teams, like the Pittsburgh Penguins, exceeding expectations.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Professor Press Box / January 28

Hockey Connections: Pittsburgh’s 'Big Three'—How Rimouski, Magnitogorsk, and Val-d’Or Helped Build an NHL Dynasty

The Pittsburgh Penguins' identity isn't just about a logo; it’s about a historic constant. Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang have become the heartbeat of the franchise.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / January 27

The Penguins are thriving – do they buy at the NHL trade deadline?

After the Eastern Conference had been clustered together in an amorphous blob for months, teams are finally beginning to separate themselves into contenders and also-rans.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Breakaway on SI / January 26

Penguins Rookie Steals Show in Hometown Return

The Pittsburgh Penguins are one of the best stories in the NHL right now. Occupying the second-place position in the Metropolitan Division, the Pens have surprised the entire league with their success.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Sidney Crosby News / NHL Trade Talk / January 25

No Slowing Down for Sidney Crosby: He’s Outlasting NHL Systems

You’d think Sidney Crosby would start to lose a step at some point. But game after game and season after season, he keeps showing he’s still a force on the ice.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 23

Sharks’ Ryan Warsofsky asking Sidney Crosby expert for help with Macklin Celebrini’s development

The San Jose Sharks have been one of the surprise teams of the 2025-26 NHL campaign, thanks in large part to the contributions of former first overall pick Macklin Celebrini, as well as fellow young players Will Smith and William Eklund.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 23

Oilers’ Connor McDavid drops Sidney Crosby Olympic truth bomb after Penguins loss

The Pittsburgh Penguins hung six goals on their old goalie on Thursday night, beating Tristan Jarry and the Edmonton Oilers 6-2 at Rogers Place in Alberta.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 22

Oilers Make Surprise Goalie Choice as McDavid Meets Crosby, Penguins

The Edmonton Oilers will host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night as Sidney Crosby comes into town and the Connor McDavid vs. Crosby match-up takes center stage.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Professor Press Box / January 22

Sidney Crosby Is Building a Legacy Few Will Ever Match

Sometimes it’s easy to lose sight of just how extraordinary Sidney Crosby’s career has been. The goals, the assists, and the highlight reels all start to feel a bit routine.

NHL News / Flamesnation / January 22

Beyond the Boxscore: Flames lack of attack remains a problem in 4-1 loss to Penguins

The Calgary Flames hosted Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday night, losing by a score of 4-1. CF% – 46.11%|| SCF% – 41.64%|| HDCF% – 29.91%|| xGF% – 39.2% It’s a Team Game – The Flames offence continues to be the focal point of the majority of their struggles.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Breakaway on SI / January 21

Sidney Crosby Driving Penguins' Surprising Season

Almost every preseason NHL power ranking put the Pittsburgh Penguins near the bottom of the pack. With a fresh front office looking to build for the future, it was uncertain how long the team would be willing to keep its veteran core together, which most likely meant this season was going to be somewhat forgettable.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Dose.ca / January 20

Sidney Crosby: Kyle Dubas will be at the Bell Centre tonight

There are a few things to note ahead of tonight’s game between the Wild and the Canadiens at the Bell Centre. Kirby Dach will return to the lineup, while Alexandre Texier will give up his spot.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / January 18

Shootout-shaken Penguins visit Kraken aiming to flip late-game script

One might assume a team featuring future Hall of Famers Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin would excel in the shootout. But that hasn't been the case for the Pittsburgh Penguins this season.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Field Level Media / January 15

Sidney Crosby joins esteemed company as Penguins handle Flyers

Sidney Crosby scored a goal and an assist and added to his resume for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who recharged their power play and ended a three-game losing streak in emphatic fashion with a 6-3 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Flyers.

Sidney Crosby News / Yardbarker / January 14

Penguins' Sidney Crosby has one flaw to his game

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is not only still one of the best players in the NHL, he is one of the best players in the history of the sport. There is almost nothing on the ice he does not excel at. Almost.

Penguins place Erik Karlsson on IR

Connor McDavid reaches rare milestone on 29th birthday

Jake DeBrusk got brutally honest after Canucks’ eighth-straight loss

Did Quinn Hughes actually want to go to the Red Wings?

Why it's time for the Rangers to embrace a rebuild

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 12

Insider Reveals High Cost to the Canadiens to Land Sidney Crosby

Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins are currently in the thick of the playoff hunt, which has naturally quieted the chatter about him potentially leaving to chase another Stanley Cup elsewhere.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Field Level Media / January 4

Sidney Crosby nets OT winner as Penguins rally past Blue Jackets

Rickard Rakell scored the tying goal with 12.8 seconds left in regulation, then Sidney Crosby came through with the game-winner 2:22 into the overtime, as the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins overcame a three-goal deficit to win 5-4 over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 2

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby reacts to Canada’s Olympic roster amid wild buzz

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby will be one of the central figures for Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics. NHLers will play in the event for the first time since 2014, when Canada won their second consecutive gold medal.

NHL News / Yardbarker / December 29

Justin Brazeau achieves personal milestone as Penguins dominate Blackhawks

The Penguins provided Pittsburgh sports fans upset about the Steelers' loss earlier in the day, something to cheer about, thanks to their best offensive output of the season on Sunday night.

Red Wings' young defensive duo may help team end playoff drought

Senators’ Linus Ullmark taking leave of absence for personal reasons

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / December 22

Sidney Crosby continues to leave a lasting legacy with the Penguins

One of the best players in the world continues to etch his name among the greatest to ever lace up their skates. On Sunday, Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby tied and surpassed Hockey Hall of Famer Mario Lemieux for eighth all-time in NHL scoring, notching the 1,723rd and 1,724th points of his illustrious career.

NHL News / Yardbarker / December 9

NHL players predict where Crosby will play after 2025-26

NHL players predict where Penguins' Sidney Crosby will play after 2025-26 season

Crosby's future beyond next spring remains a top storyline hovering over the Penguins.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / December 2

Crosby’s revival powers surprising Penguins, fuels push for MVP

Sidney Crosby’s age-38 revival powers surprising Penguins, fuels push for MVP

The Pittsburgh Penguins were supposed to be bad this season — in contention for a top pick in the 2026 NHL Draft as a continuation of the downward trend they've been on in recent years.

How the Rangers can fix their poor performance at Madison Square Garden

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Canada deserves a better hockey hero than Wayne Gretzky

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / November 12