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May 23, 2026

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Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby, at 38 years old, has made it clear that he is not ready to retire, as he confirmed in an interview with The Athletic. Crosby is considering a year-to-year commitment after his contract expires, emphasizing that his decisions will focus on what is best for the team.

His performance remains impressive, with 74 points in 68 games during the recent season. Meanwhile, the Penguins are also navigating roster changes and player updates as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Players like Rickard Rakell improved significantly in the second half of the season, scoring 16 goals and 33 points in 39 games, while Ben Kindel maintained a strong performance, contributing 17 points in the second half.

On another front, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins faced challenges in their Calder Cup playoff journey, recently losing a crucial game against Springfield, evening the series at 2-2, leading to a decisive Game 5.

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