Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Sports Illustrated
Sports Illustrated
Patrick Andres

Sidney Crosby Responds to Trade Speculation Ahead of Penguins-Avalanche Game

Sidney Crosby skates during the Penguins' 6–5 overtime loss to the Maple Leafs on March 2, 2025. | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

For 20 years, center Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins have been inseparable. The Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia native revitalized the franchise, won three Stanley Cups, and became one of the greatest players hockey has ever seen.

However, a goodbye could be on the horizon. The still-potent Crosby—due about $17 million over the next two seasons—has been the subject of frequent trade rumors as the Penguins have slumped through a 24-29-10 campaign.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.