PITTSBURGH (CBSMiami/AP) — As if playing in the house of the defending Stanley Cup Champions wasn’t difficult enough, the Florida Panthers may end up with an even bigger challenge.
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby could make his season debut Tuesday night against Florida.
The two-time MVP and reigning Conn Smythe Trophy winner hasn’t played since sustaining a concussion in practice earlier this month.
Crosby returned to practice on Monday and participated in Pittsburgh’s game-day skate on Tuesday morning.
Coach Mike Sullivan said it’s “likely” that Crosby will play. Crosby described himself as a “game-time” decision and called his participation in a full-contact practice on Monday as a major milestone in his recovery.