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Yahoo
21 hours ago
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Nathan MacKinnon Dismisses Sidney Crosby Rumor Amid NHL Draft
Nathan MacKinnon Dismisses Sidney Crosby Rumor Amid NHL Draft originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby's name has been a constant item in NHL trade rumor talks, and that continues to be the case in the offseason. Advertisement Former NHL enforcer Georges Laraque added fuel to the buzz when he sent out a post on X saying, "I'm hearing there's a very good chance that Crosby will play somewhere else," amid Friday's 2025 NHL Draft in Los Angeles. That post was shared by "Spittin' Chiclets" on Instagram, and it somehow caught the attention of Colorado Avalanche superstar Nathan MacKinnon. "Fake news," MacKinnon commented. Crosby has two more years left on his current contract, which has a cap hit of $8.7 million. A three-time Stanley Cup champion, Crosby's window to add a fourth Cup to his collection appears to be closing, primarily because of his age. Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) and Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) wait for the puck to Chenoy-Imagn Images He will be 38 years old in August, and he may not have enough time to wait for Pittsburgh to become a legitimate championship contender again. Pittsburgh has not been to the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs since 2022 and has only won 72 games in the last two seasons. Advertisement A trade to a contender like the Avalanche, who just won the Stanley Cup in 2022, can boost Crosby's chance to win another ring. At the same time, such a move for the Penguins should get them additional assets. In the 2024-25 season, Crosby showed he can still get things done on the ice, as he recorded 33 goals and 58 assists for 91 points, while missing only two games. But as it stands, Crosby remains with the Penguins, who made him the first-overall pick in the 2005 NHL Draft. Related: Nathan MacKinnon Leaves No Doubt About His Opinion of Sidney Crosby This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
21 hours ago
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Penguins GM Breaks Silence on Sidney Crosby Trade Rumors
Penguins GM Breaks Silence on Sidney Crosby Trade Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Trade chatter around Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby came back on Friday during the first round of the NHL Draft, spurred on by a swirl of online rumors and vague social media posts linking him to the Colorado Avalanche. Advertisement The speculation forced Avs star and Crosby's friend Nathan MacKinnon to take matters into his own hands, calling the rumors "fake news" himself. The Penguins wasted no time making their stance clear, with general manager Kyle Dubas addressing the speculation directly after the draft and brushing it aside while reaffirming Crosby's central role in the team's short-term future. 'There's no change at all to anything from our perspective,' Dubas said. 'Everything that we're doing is about bringing the team back to being a contending team and our hope is to sure do that while Sid is a member of the Pittsburgh Penguins. "That's really all I can offer." Crosby's agent, Pat Brisson, echoed that view in a text message to The Athletic's Rob Rossi, calling the rumors 'baseless.' Advertisement For what it's worth, Crosby has consistently said he wants to finish his career in Pittsburgh, but it seems his name will forever be linked to the rumor mill until he hangs up his skates once and for all and calls it a career. Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby's (87) name again surfaces in trade Hartline-Imagn Images Crosby, who has spent his entire career with Pittsburgh, led the Penguins with 91 points in 80 games last season. He remains under contract through the 2026-27 season after signing a two-year, $17.4 million extension on Sept. 16. The Penguins haven't reached the postseason in three years, and those consecutive failures have prompted all sorts of speculation. With one season remaining for Evgeni Malkin and Crosby under contract through 2027, Pittsburgh is committed to making a final push in an attempt to help Crosby win his fourth Stanley Cup. Advertisement Related: Nathan MacKinnon Dismisses Sidney Crosby Rumor Amid NHL Draft Related: Sidney Crosby's Agent Addresses Rumors He's Leaving the Penguins This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Colorado Avalanche needs to get better at late-round drafting to remain in Stanley Cup window
Colorado Avalanche (via Getty Images) The Colorado Avalanche have made a Stanley Cup championship core from the top of the draft. Nathan MacKinnon. Cale Makar. Mikko Rantanen. Bowen Byram. All of them are first-rounders. But as they try to stay a serious Stanley Cup contender deep into the 2020s, one inarguable flaw could sap their chances: a poor history of discovering talent after Round 1. Where is Colorado Avalanche lacking? The Colorado Avalanche haven't drafted a player in a non-first-round pick who's played 300 NHL games since 2009—the year they chose Ryan O'Reilly (2nd) and Tyson Barrie (3rd). That's a long period for a team that's now feeling the financial pinch of a star-studded roster. Since 2010, Colorado's performance after Round 1 has been disappointing: Will Butcher (2013): 275 NHL games A.J. Greer (2015): 248 games, but only 37 with Colorado Calvin Pickard (2010): 175 games, lost to expansion Sampo Ranta (2018): played 16 NHL games, now back in Europe. Matthew Stienburg (2019): Depth upside only. Alex Beaucage (2019) and Andrei Buyalski (2021): Out of the organization. Where do all of the Colorado Avalanche trades stand now that the NHL is officially in offseason? And it's not even that they didn't pan out as stars—too many of these selections failed even to become consistent AHL contributors, lessening their worth both on the ice and in trades. There are glimmers of hope: Justus Annunen (2018, 3rd round): Now a potential NHL backup and already assisted in acquiring Scott Wedgewood Sean Behrens (2021, 2nd round): Remains in the organization and looks like an NHL defenseman if he can remain healthy and address size issues William Zellers (2024): Had his coming-out USHL season, though ultimately traded for Charlie Coyle But with no selection in the opening three rounds of the 2025 or 2026 NHL Draft, the pressure is now firmly on Colorado's scouting and development staffs to find value late—or see their championship window evaporate. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 마지막으로 2025년 최고의 좀비 게임을 무료로 즐기세요 경복의 바다 플레이하기 Undo Colorado's Cup core remains whole, for now. But MacKinnon's $12.6M cap hit is in effect, and Cale Makar's next contract won't come cheap. Having NHL-ready players on entry-level or cheap deals is no longer a luxury—it's a requirement. Smart organizations plan their bottom six and bottom pair, not only their stars. The Avs got the first-round template right. Now they must identify their Rust, Murray, or Guentzel to keep this window open through 2028 and beyond. Winning one Stanley Cup is difficult. Winning two is more difficult. The Penguins demonstrated that reloading via the draft, even past the glow of round one, is the way dynasties sustain themselves. Also read: NHL trade rumor: Jonathan Toews reportedly choosing between Jets and Avalanche as decision nears For Colorado to win another banner, they must begin striking on more Day 2 and Day 3 selections—because this core isn't getting any younger, and the cap isn't getting any more generous. Follow all the live updates, scores, and highlights from the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Olympic news: Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby ignite Team Canada's Olympic dream with explosive first six reveal
Canada's Connor McDavid (97) celebrates after his game-winning goal (Credit: Charles Krupa /AP) Team Canada set the tone early for the 2026 Winter Olympics by unveiling the first six players on its men's hockey roster. The announcement included superstars Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby. This signals Canada's intent to reclaim Olympic gold with a blend of generational talent and veteran poise, and the lineup also features Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, Brayden Point, and Sam Reinhart, each coming off strong NHL seasons. Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar bring two-way dominance While McDavid and Crosby will drive headlines, the Colorado Avalanche duo of Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar brings critical balance. MacKinnon, 29, is coming off a Hart Trophy-nominated season with 116 points. His blend of speed and strength dominated the 4 Nations Face-Off, where he led all scorers. Cale Makar, 26, was named the NHL's best defenseman again this year, recording a career-high 92 points and his first 30-goal season. His offensive instincts and defensive awareness give Canada a foundational blueline piece. Makar's consistent Norris Trophy-caliber play makes him one of the most feared defenders in international hockey. Did Canada get 'first six' Olympic roster picks right? Sam Reinhart and Brayden Point offer playoff poise and firepower Brayden Point and Sam Reinhart round out the first six selections, offering playoff-tested poise and clutch scoring. Point hit the 40-goal mark for the third straight season with Tampa Bay. Known for his quick-strike ability and composure. He adds versatility and grit to Canada's forward group. Both players complement the star power of McDavid and Crosby with a balanced, two-way gam. And that translates well in Olympic competition; their selection also reflects Canada's focus on recent performance. Along with team chemistry, and adaptability on the international stage. Canada sets the tone early for Olympic gold push The early reveal of McDavid, Crosby, MacKinnon, Makar, Point, and Reinhart gives Canada a compelling mix of explosive skill and composed leadership. With the full roster to be finalized later this year, this first six announcement sends a clear message to the hockey world: Canada is not waiting to assert its dominance. Read more: Olympic news shocker as Gabriel Landeskog and William Nylander lead Team Sweden's NHL-loaded 2026 roster reveal The men's hockey tournament begins February 11, with the gold medal game scheduled for February 22 in Italy.
CTV News
17-06-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
Crosby, MacKinnon added to Milan Olympics hockey roster
Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon are among the six players added to Team Canada's men's hockey roster for the Milan Olympics.
