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

Sidney Crosby, the star of the Pittsburgh Penguins, is about to enter his 22nd season with the team. As the Penguins prepare for the 2026-27 season, general manager Kyle Dubas has updated fans on the contract talks with Crosby. According to Dubas, there is no pressure to finalize the deal by a specific date, and the team is open to ongoing discussions.

Crosby himself has expressed a similar sentiment, stating that he is comfortable with the ongoing conversations and is focused on playing rather than negotiating. The Penguins' center, who leads the franchise in career points with 1,761, is in good health and aims to play as many games as possible this season. Crosby has appeared in 68 games during the 2025-26 regular season, contributing 74 points.

Despite the Penguins' playoff exit last season, Crosby remains optimistic about the upcoming season and his ability to contribute to the team's success.