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The Sidney Crosby trade buzz grows louder again after the 2026 Olympics prediction by an NHL insider

NHL-Sidney Crosby (Credit: Getty Images) The Pittsburgh Penguins may be at the beginning of a long rebuild, but Sidney Crosby's future remains uncertain. Despite extending his contract through 2027, speculation over a possible departure has only intensified following comments from veteran NHL insider Nick Kypreos. This aligns with growing chatter that suggests teams like the Montreal Canadiens or even the Colorado Avalanche could come calling. Montreal Canadiens emerge as predicted destination While trade rumors have often linked Sidney Crosby to the Colorado Avalanche, due to his long-standing friendship with Nathan MacKinnon, it was Kypreos' prediction of Montreal that truly caught fans off guard. Adding fuel to this, former Penguins player Georges Laraque also hinted at a potential Crosby trade during the first night of the recent NHL Draft. Laraque, now a Montreal-based radio host, pointed to the growing frustration within the Penguins fan base and front office about the team's trajectory. Sidney Crosby agent strongly denies trade rumors In contrast to the swirling speculation, Sidney Crosby's agent Pat Brisson was quick to shut things down. He called the rumours 'baseless' and reaffirmed that Crosby had no intention of leaving Pittsburgh. However, as the franchise enters uncertain territory and struggles to remain competitive, even the most loyal stars can be tested. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo If the Penguins fail to turn things around in the next season or two. Especially after the Olympics, trade chatter will only grow louder. All eyes are on the Pittsburgh Penguins' post-Olympics timeline As the 2025-26 NHL season approaches, the focus will increasingly shift to what happens after the 2026 Winter Olympics. Sidney Crosby is expected to represent once again Team Canada, possibly playing alongside MacKinnon, Connor Bedard, and other top-tier talent. What happens after that tournament could shape the final chapter of Crosby's storied career. For now, the noise is just speculation, but in a league where surprises are common, few are writing anything off. The Penguins' path forward, and Crosby's role in it, will remain one of the NHL's biggest storylines heading into 2026. Also Read: What Connor McDavid's mindset looks like now, according to insiders' view on Oilers contract extension drama For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.