Sidney Crosby Enters 22nd Season With Penguins Amid Contract Status

Sidney Crosby begins his 22nd season with the Pittsburgh Penguins entering the final year of his current contract, which carries an $8.7 million AAV. The three-time Stanley Cup winner expressed a desire to continue playing for several more years as long as his mind and body permit. Assistant GM Jason Spezza noted that a contract extension is less of an internal concern as Crosby prepares to lead a team with renewed expectations after missing the playoffs previously.