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Sidney Crosby prepares for his 22nd NHL season with Penguins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Sidney Crosby prepares for his 22nd NHL season with Penguins

Summary

Sidney Crosby is set to begin his 22nd NHL season with the Pittsburgh Penguins during their opener in Philadelphia. This season marks the first time Crosby starts a season in the final year of his contract. His commitment to the game remains strong as he continues to push through intense practices alongside teammates Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang. Crosby has expressed a desire to keep playing indefinitely but acknowledges uncertainty about how long he can continue at this level. The Penguins aim to improve after last season's early playoff exit.

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By the Numbers

•Crosby practices intensely ahead of season opener
•First season starting with final year of contract
•Averaging a point per game for 21 seasons
•Wants to keep playing, unsure of future duration
•Penguins seek playoff redemption after last season's loss

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10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Sidney Crosby knows he won’t play hockey forever. On the eve of his 22nd season, it’s hard to tell

What they're saying

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While Crosby has stressed repeatedly that he wants to keep playing indefinitely, when the puck drops in Philadelphia on Wednesday night, it will mark the first time in his career that he will start a season in the final year of his contract.
— Yahoo Sports

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