Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby said in an exit interview with The Athletic’s Josh Yohe that it’s better for him to “keep going” at his age rather than take a long off-season break. If Crosby intends to keep playing hockey, might he suit up for the World Championships as a precursor to the 2026 Olympics? [PensBurgh]
As the NHL’s coaching carousel spins during the offseason, Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan doesn't appear to be next in line to join that ride. [The Hockey News]
Perhaps one of the reasons Mike Sullivan will remain employed by the team for the long haul is the front office’s faith in him and veterans like Crosby shepherding NHL-ready prospects.