Teammate's revelation: Will Sidney Crosby stay in Pittsburgh?
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Pittsburgh Penguins face uncertain future with Sidney Crosby's contract up for renewal.
In the storied history of the Pittsburgh Penguins, few names resonate as deeply as Sidney Crosby's.
Alongside Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin, Crosby has been a cornerstone of the franchise since 2006, guiding the team to Stanley Cup victories in 2009, 2016, and 2017.
As Crosby's contract draws to a close this season, the looming uncertainty of his future with the team has fans and analysts on edge.
Despite successful negotiations that kept both Letang and Malkin with the Penguins, Crosby's situation remains unresolved.
Discussions between Crosby and the team have yet to yield a new contract, sparking widespread speculation about his next move.
Evgeni Malkin, in a recent interview on RG.org, expressed confidence in Crosby's loyalty to Pittsburgh.
" Pittsburgh is Crosby. Crosby is Pittsburgh. No one in Pittsburgh would understand if he changed teams. Although anything can happen, sometimes things happen that have a one percent chance of happening. But before signing my current contract, we talked. And he hold me that the Penguins are us: me, him and (Kris) Letang. I signed my contract. He will probably make the same decision. "
This sentiment reflects the deep bond formed among the trio, emphasizing their collective identity as the core of the Penguins.
At 36, Crosby shows no signs of slowing down, maintaining a high level of play with back-to-back 90-point seasons.
His current contract has an average annual value (AAV) of $8.7 million, raising questions about his financial expectations for the future.
Will Crosby seek a similar salary, opt for less, or possibly demand more to reflect his ongoing contribution to the team?
Moreover, the duration of any potential new contract is also a point of intrigue. How long does Crosby wish to continue playing at the elite level required by the NHL, and more specifically, for the Penguins?
As the situation develops, all eyes will be on Crosby, whose decision will undoubtedly shape the future trajectory of the franchise.
Penguins fans hope to see their captain remain in Pittsburgh, continuing the legacy that he, Letang, and Malkin have built over nearly two decades.
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28 JUILLET | 47 ANSWERS Teammate's revelation: Will Sidney Crosby stay in Pittsburgh? Do you think Crosby will stay in Pittsburgh? | ||
| Yes | 39 | 83 % |
| No | 8 | 17 % |
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