Sidney Crosby On Future In The NHL, What It Meant To Re-Sign Malkin & Letang | 32 Thoughts

[@bryanrobertson1444]

Sometimes I forget what an absolute hockey legend Crosby is… he’s in the hall of fame within the hall of fame

[@travispoulton6485]

Certainly has lived up to every expectation put on him, on and off the ice.

[@colebevans8939]

@@travispoulton6485 yeah he’s an absolute class act. Lot of guys could learn from him. His off the ice professionalism and charisma is perfectly balanced for the leader of a team and one time face of the league.

[@blakemurrin7189]

Mount Rushmore

[@KyleMacSkill]

He's as great as he is and he missed what were looking to be his 3 most dominant offensive seasons with his concussion/neck problems.. So impressive

[@that_dude_tk7327]

Hey question may someone send a video of sidney crosby workouts or article that talks about his workouts?

[@rjcolombe]

Appreciating the moment that we are watching Sidney Crosby reflect in the twilight of his career. Where does the time go?

[@AN-yr7nm]

I would love to give him another chance to raise the Stanley... He is hockey 🏒❤

[@tonymeehan7859]

@@AN-yr7nm just one more would be the greatest ending to their storied careers...its been one hell of a run with this team. When you surpass the Mario group from the 90's, you are pure legend

[@jakermon1014]

He's still averaging over a ppg he isn't twilight yet

[@rodbelding9523]

Appreciate these next 3 seasons Penguins fans. Watching a player like Sidney is a once in a lifetime thing, and he honestly sounds unsure if he's going to continue once his contract is up.

[@JaysFan2024]

He’ll be nearly 40 and doesn’t have a family or anything yet. It’s understandable. Go on your own terms while you’re still on top in a sense. He’s given all into hockey. I’m sure there things he’ll want to do when he’s done.

[@todd.p2877]

@@JaysFan2024 he has a wife. I think its more so that he doesnt want to look too far ahead, and getting through these 3 years is his main focus. Esp with previous head injuries, ppl didnt even think he would make it that far. But yes im sure it will be more on his mind if he gets past these 3 years and is still a competetive hockey player.

[@StonedMaritimer]

He will be a coach

[@seanreddy985]

Had to like this to make it 66. But it’s gotta stop at 87 lol. But your right. I appreciate my whole life watching him play. And being able to be old enough to remember and enjoy Mario’s time too.

[@jimb.7523]

@@seanreddy985 Made it Geno's number at 71 likes.

[@mitchjohansen6471]

His achievements on the ice are no secret, but one of the things Sid doesn't get enough credit for is professionalism. No trade demands, no lengthy drawn out contract disputes, no drama in the media, and very little on ice controversies or suspensions (besides Methot lol). He just plays hockey and focuses on perfecting his craft. He is a great role model for everyone, not just hockey players.

[@eriklakeland3857]

@ThisIsALongDrive he also was a child when he came into the league so I’ll give him a pass on that

[@CameronBegin]

I was about to like your comment, but it's at 87 likes and I felt that was more appropriate

[@szahmad2416]

Took a little time for that, but yes, he certainly came out well. Can't expect a rookie that everyone places all their expectations on - not just in terms of performance, but in terms of leadership - to not be vocal about a lot of stuff he sees or gets. Plus, he was a target for a lot of people.

[@jii-ro7083]

lol you are delusional. Dude has hacked peoples fingers off etc. He is a dirty cry baby on ice.

[@THE.KAVORKA_KING]

​@thisisalongdrive1372 a brat ? He got one of his teeth knocked out and there wasn't even a call . Hockey was different . Fighters like Laraque. Raffy Torres , hockey changed . Not Crosby .

[@CJMattias]

Not a single season below point per game, usually way above that. I remember when he came back from the concussion and tore up the league. Malkin also only 1 or 2 seasons barely below PPG. These guys are legends, happy to see them stay together. Letang also, so great to watch him play, the chemistry and skill is special.

[@HutchIsOnYT]

Just the epitome of professionalism. It is a gift getting to hear him speak in interviews.

[@TheDadamor]

Best hockey player of my generation. Hockey gods were kind enough to bless us with his presence on and off the ice. A true Canadian legend. Slap me silly Sidney!

[@Thedavidjkelly]

As someone living in Pittsburgh, it’s truly amazing what we’ve gotten to witness with this Crosby, Malkin, and Letang era. Too many of us here take it for granted!

[@WilliamStewart1]

Only thing which would've made it just perfect was if we kept flower.

[@garycogswell5499]

Brings Nova Scotians much pride to have such a well-spoken hockey legend representing.

[@GrahamDoesStuff]

I'm pleasantly surprised at how succinct and thoughtful Crosbys answers are. What a class act and smart dude.

[@szahmad2416]

Yeah...I've often compared these interviews with those early in his career. I think he's much more poised and more thoughtful in his responses now. He'd make an excellent hockey analyst.

[@Droy777]

One of the legends. Stupendous, humble, and gifted. A treasure to the game

[@pt93music]

As Penguins fan, it's obvious that I wanna see him and the boys win one more before he retires. But I think a lot of hockey fans too would like to see Sid as the captain of a veteran team hoist it one more time. When he lost in 08 it was a story line series of the young up and comers against a grizzled veteran team. There'd just something poetic about him going out on top as the grizzled veteran team against one of the up and coming young teams.

[@MrDirtSquirt]

👏👏👏

[@jamaldee2355]

Honestly I have a great feeling about this year and I think they make a deep run

[@glennhagstedt]

I mean, Sid slapping McDavid in SCF would be icing (pun intended) on the cake.

[@3_Mjr]

As a wings fans who hated playing against him, I always wondered as a kid what a Crosby, datsyuk and Zetterberg line would've been like lol. Respect to crosby an absolute legend. Amazing two way player and all class.

[@cloudywithachanceofrain69]

sid has aged like fine wine

[@seanreddy985]

It’s like looking at Mario and your just guessing how young is this guy and never believe the guy if you truly don’t know Mario or his age.

[@YoursTrulyH]

Hearing Sid make it clear that he isn't sure that he'll be playing longer than 3 years is so crazy and sad. I swear he just got into the league, wow.

[@zacharylortie2786]

Yeah it’s pretty kind boggling how quickly time has seemed to pass. I swear we had at least another decade with these guys

[@fourdoorsmoresmores]

Man will go down as one of the greatest of hockey legends. So happy we get to see him at this point in his career when it almost got ended early with head injuries

[@JV-ed7qk]

Crosby is one of a kind. We gonna talk about him like our parents talk about Lafleur, Richard, Beliveau, Howe, Orr. What a true legend. Cant wait for the movie! Go Crosby!

[@szahmad2416]

LOL...I remember how much 66 and 99 meant to my generation. Have at it.

[@lw7520]

A total class act! What a gift to the hockey world. Thank you Syd from Moncton NB

[@aamaj89]

I was 4 when I first saw him play, 5 when he started in the NHL. This guy's been my idol for how is he is both on and off the ice. For every Canadian, you feel like you know him personally, and living in Nova Scotia for university, it's unfathomable just how big he is in every single community, inspiring every single generation of kids within. When I'm 25 and he retires, a part of me will die, I swear. The greatest of all time, no doubt.

[@corey1751]

Hard to believe Sid the Kid is 35 yrs old

[@SammieScotia]

I so love my Nova Scotia Penguin. I've watched Sid play since he was young fella, and he's always been the star in the sky that shines bright on and off the ice. #LetsGoPens

[@jessbracken8943]

Pittsburgher for life here, so happy we got these 3 together for another 3 years, ONE MORE CUP

[@Brotha00]

Genuine interview. Very professional, very refreshing. Thank you! Good luck

[@EXGAaron]

Man am I not a fan of penguin fans, but it’s hard to understate the career of Crosby

[@planetcaravan2925]

Hi sidney

[@That90sShow]

Nobody cares who you're a fan of kid

[@brendang3188]

Not all of us are shitbags lol

[@MACK0142]

We Pens fans are just so spoiled. Especially, those of us who were around for the Lemieux/Jagr years too. So it's pretty easy to hate us.

[@nathanmcdonald8891]

Greatest of his generation. Not even a conversation

[@goovibesonly1339]

It's such an honor to watch him all of these years. I've seen him play live many times at the rock.

[@nilocblue]

One of the best this league has ever seen, he defined a generation, him and ovi. Top 4 all time in my books, up there with Gretzky, Lemieux, Howe

[@slauzon01]

Hard to not add Sid in the top 5 "greatest" ever discussion.

[@kylef7616]

This guy is still the best player in the league in my books. Most complete player. There's more skilled guys but in a game 7 if I can pick one player it's this dude

[@sharkusvelarde]

Faster and younger maybe, but more skilled? No way.

[@anonymousizer]

The way he handles himself with class and has so many great leadership qualities parallels to me in many ways Peyton Manning

[@Thedavidjkelly]

Really good comparison!

[@dean3438]

@@Thedavidjkelly no it’s not Peyton was a loser

[@stammeh22]

A top 5 player in the NHL of all time. A top 3 person. Goes out and plays hard, and gives it 150% every night. 35 years old, can't believe I've watched him through his whole career and the fact that it's getting close to the end here is scary/sad.

[@YoMateo.]

Whoever's reading this, i pray that whatever you're going through gets better and whatever you're struggling with or worrying about is going to be fine and that everyone has a fantastic day! Amen

[@lucasbeck9636]

Shut up

[@McToads]

Same to you. You’re a gem 👍

[@ljavwa3459]

Love you

[@chleepy]

@@McToads its a bot

[@jimb.7523]

Thanks, generic comment maker who can't think of actually making something imaginative in a comment section! You get a cookie!

[@theconnorsproject5686]

There are players that you root for because they are wearing your team's laundry. Sid is one of those that carries himself so well that you root for him in life. He gives back to the fans and to the league, and I feel fortunate to have been witness to his amazing career.

[@ssmith87]

Fell in love with Penguins and hockey when i moved to Pennsylvania from Arizona when i was 12. I’m 43 now and I can’t explain how lucky we are here in Pittsburgh to have had 2 of the biggest legends of the game with Mario and Sid..so many other great players we’ve had the pleasure to watch in a Pens jersey. I’ve also witnessed 5 Championships because of those 2 in large part. It was so difficult watching what Mario had to go through health wise. Sid’s career was in doubt with his head injuries…i can NOT believe he may be retired in 3 yrs from now..where in hell did time go? It seems a bit weird to a lot of people but i know i’m going to cry when it’s over for Sid. I did when Mario retired twice and when Fleury came back in that first game with Vegas, glad i got to go to that game.

[@garycogswell5499]

Sydney Crosby exemplifies diplomacy. Not to mention his on ice brilliance. I'm a proud Canadian.

[@Tomatohater64]

Sid and Mario are THE reasons this franchise is so great - 5 Cup Championships in 6 attempts.

[@Swordsstrike]

Sid and Mario are the only reasons the franchise is still in Pittsburgh, legends each of them

[@Tomatohater64]

@@Swordsstrike Mario saved this franchise from relocating.

[@stevewheaton7218]

You could certainly improve the backdrop behind Syd.

[@pohjan4]

When I saw Sidney Crosby for the first time as a 3 year old Swedish boy I immediately became a fan, of not just him but of Pittsburgh sports. I now feel like I have a personal connection to the city, and that is all because of this guy. I’m now 19 and it’s crazy to think about how important this person has been throughout my entire life. It will be odd to see him leave the ice and enter the Hall of Fame.

[@bigtearsandpistols]

My story is identical except i’m Canadian🇨🇦

[@mikef2813]

You picked the most sports-mad city in the US. Everyone bleeds black and gold in Pittsburgh.

[@eldo2048]

Legend. Was 10 years old when they won gold 22 now blessed to have been apart of the Crosby era even tho ima big Ovie fan this guys one of the best

[@silentbydeadly8661]

The resigning of Malkin and Letang and among others is very important because of what the Pittsburgh wants to do.Whch is re-tire together and to win together, and perhaps win another Stanley Cup together.And that is the future plans for Pittsburgh. Crosby said that when he retires that he didn’t want to leave anything on the table.

[@davidkruse4030]

Lol. Enjoy your first round exits 😊

[@bobbyr.7578]

@@davidkruse4030 thinking of these back to back stanley cup make these first round exits not that bad

[@tyronebiggums1213]

A few years down the line it will be like Molina, Pujols, and Wainwright all over again except It’ll be for hockey this time and in Pittsburgh. It will be one of the better farewell tours that could happen in sports.

[@silentbydeadly8661]

@@tyronebiggums1213 Thank you for the reply always nice to read what other people think about something that i'm into and something that i commented about. Thanks.

[@brendang3188]

@@davidkruse4030 has your team won a cup in this century???

[@SuspenderBelt]

God I remember reading about this guy back home in the UK. How he was lighting the league up in his first season. Time flies man

[@sebastianbuche2315]

I am going to be sobbing 😭 buckets when Sid retires, he is such a great captain and player. There won't ever be another player like Sid

[@chrisdore2206]

Great interview, always good to hear from Crosby

[@johnrwalker53]

I think 10 yrs ago a manager at a rink in Colrado told me the Pens were having 2 days of practices before playing Avs,2nd one open to the Public.Couldn't make it,but mgr. said Sidney stayed 3 hrs after practice signing autographs,taking photos.That's Awesome,he's an Ambassador for the Game!

[@canucks2017]

Fantastic interview by Jeff & Elliotte. Sid has always been guarded (understandably) but I thought he was very honest here. Not explicitly "A, B, C" but some of the inferences are clear.

[@Matt-by3yd]

Agreed

[@marshalowman1611]

I have the utmost respect for this Legend Sid the Kid!!! How truly lucky we are to have watch him grow and become the best player in the world. Amazing man on and off the ice!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@ironman6432]

This was a real eye opener, up until now he still was Sid the kid to me, it didn’t seem real when he actually said 3 years left, his career to me seemed to go by lightning fast

[@Aarron656]

spoken like a true friend, teammate, and leader

[@sandymigs1158]

Absolute legend and class act

[@danielpetrucci8952]

When Both Crosby and Ovi retire from the game it will sad because I grew up with these two

[@GreekboyyD]

Ovie has 3 years left on his current deal. I think he walks away after that. I can see Sid playing until 42-43 years old.

[@williewalker8048]

Guys like Sid got to where he is by never being satisfied with what he's done. His answer that all of the guys want to win another cup is what it's all about. True champions never rest on their past laurels, they are always focued on the next prize.

[@The_Room_2_Doggys_Revenge]

Interesting fact : Crosby, Malkin and Letang have played more than 2 seasons worth of playoff games (a bit less for Letang since he missed the 2015 and 2017 playoffs)

[@dyle6704]

Getting up everyday and getting to play or do somthing you love what could be better then that” this man said this when he was 14 being interviewed for being a young sensation. Unbelievable he kept that work eithic since then. Thank you for everything Captain Canada.

[@969kurt]

You’re probably the first to ever call him captain Canada. Please stop

[@dyle6704]

@@969kurt lol you must be to young to remember the 2 olympic golds he lead them too? That every headline was captain canada scores the golden goal

[@969kurt]

@@dyle6704 I’m 41

[@969kurt]

@@dyle6704 Crosby wasn’t the captain in 2010

[@dyle6704]

@@969kurt so maybe ya should grow up and stop worrying about nicknames given to canadian icons over there acomplishments? Go to work kurt you got mouths to feed.

[@CodCats]

im from toronto but went to Pittsburgh for a tournament in maybe 2008? and saw him it was unreal!!!

[@shaiwein9717]

When Crosby talks. I listen

[@shonnesp1]

I can listen to Sid for as long as he wants to talk.

[@lbrxndonlYT]

Legend of hockey top 5 player in history easily

[@codedecode878]

unbelievable inspiring interview, thank you!

[@angrydalailama6089]

Absolute beauty. You CANNOT understate this dude's integrity, dedication and class. 'Army' isn't the only guy to describe Sid that way. I'm not a Pens fan but I'd be pumped for him if he were to win again.

[@Richness0fCalciuM]

God when him and Ovi retire I’m gonna be a ball of emotions

[@GreekboyyD]

I think Ovie walks away before Sid does.

[@jamaldee2355]

I love you Crosby!!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@johntruxal432]

Mario , Wayne and Sid in that order...👍🇺🇸🍻

[@nickburke7767]

Still one of the greatest to ever do it.

[@meekyblinder]

Future GM right here if he wants it. What a well spoken hockey mind

[@jessbracken8943]

I can see Syd as a good coach and this is the 87th reply.😉

[@Richness0fCalciuM]

Crosby’s the goat no doubt about it all around goat good guy on and off the ice

[@klausschraud7303]

Sid is just one of those class act

[@MegaPartyeveryday]

He’s def playing more than 3 years by that answer. His whole brand is not giving anything away but I’d guarantee he’ll be the last one to retire out of Malkin and Letang. Maybe I’m being too optimistic but he’s been consistently top 5 at everything his entire career and I don’t see that declining in 3 years. I think if he stays healthy, he won’t have any reason to retire yet.

[@Ilovehockey81]

Go penguins

[@jimb.7523]

Ayyyyyyy!

[@YannLefebvre27]

🐧🏆🥇

[@MLTHLA]

Letsgooooo

[@MX-jo5dq]

Legend

[@milehighkid303]

I don't about anyone else but I would take Crosby over more than half of legend especially when healthy. I hope sid, geno, Tanger wins atleast 1 if not 2 more rings together.

[@c.9914]

Captain Competitive. Great to get the core locked up. Good for MacKinnon on the win.

[@Bleeness19]

Terrible interview!!! You asked him more about other players than himself....One of the GOATS. You guys really dropped the ball here.

[@Salah_Hoblos]

You could easily see that he has matured. I remember him being childish. Crazy how time flies

[@omatredrt]

I hope the NHL does the smart thing, and makes him the head of PR. Sid has went a lifetime of hockey spotlights, and not once, have we had to deal with character flaws. He has conducted himself in a manner that everyone could easily be understood as being envious of. He is a true ambassador to the game of hockey and also how to carry yourself as a man.

[@ЭдуардЯкушкин-г1ж]

Crosby is the best hockey player

[@CP4Z167]

Kinda weird finally seeing Sid start to age. I swear he looked 25 for years

[@InvestingwithBishop]

This is awesome!! Go sid!!

[@leecinasowl8718]

Watching Sid play for Rimouski and being from NS myself and got to meet him etc this is the first time I seen the twilight Sid in an interview.Man I’d love to see them Win together just once more but maybe it’s Nate’s time to bring the Cup back to NS in the Future!.Any more Cole Harbour kids coming up?…lol

[@colea328]

This guy has a special place in my heart man

[@meh5561]

this guy Crosby he was just perfect in every way... when you consider off-ice and personality, I think Crosby is the greatest hockey player of all time

[@jleif7736]

I'm a Wings fan, I absolute hate Sydney Crysby on the ice. But off the ice, Crosby is nothing but class. He's an amazing player, and every time he touches the ice you know something positive will happen, whether it is a goal or an opportunity. I hope the Penguins can find their next "Star" before Crosby leaves, so he can do a "passing of the torch" similar to what Mario did for Sidney.

[@bilal2290]

Good luck this year

[@JurasekIII]

Crosby's legit as it gets!

[@markbataitis4851]

Hockey's good will ambassador. I think 3 years is a good plan, he'll not just hang around with his skills diminished. When it is time to go, he'll go. He should go into the hall the day after he hangs up his skates, if I had my way.

[@glennhagstedt]

That Crosby is going into the HOF is not even a debate buddy, he will be a first ballot without a sweat, the guy is top 5 atleast of all time, might even be higher.

[@ExpectoPatronum28]

I wanna see drunk Sidney.

[@reneebell9371]

❤you Sid!!

[@geraldmcintee9776]

Puts it into perspective ..this group was put together before Chicago's core and they're still together

[@lifeofderk]

7:13 get a partner that looks at you the way Frieds looks at Crosby

[@shayraecok578]

TThtat guy is such a positive Icon for sport

[@AvsFan32]

Class act

[@MLTHLA]

Absolute beauty

[@Cbenz66]

Respect

[@professorchaosX94]

Its a shame we havent seen Crosby, MacKinnon and mcDavid on team Canada

[@marie2274]

And Makar

[@TS-ew5sm]

It’ll be a sad day in PBurgh when he retires…just like Lemieux. 😢

[@DecentGhostXbox1]

The 🐐

[@enforcerop8733]

Sid sounds like he's smoking a pack a day

[@trippinbeast123]

Big heart

[@weizguy87]

Crosby is the best

[@garycogswell5499]

So articulate is Mr. Crosby. Time to drop the 'Kid' moniker

[@austinbiffert2285]

Sidney Crosby made me love the game more then i ever did

[@markus7533]

GOAT 🐐

[@mikemiller4817]

Sid!