The situation around Sidney Crosby only grows more tense by the minute. As the NHL offseason continues its rumor frenzy, two teams are looking to push for the star in The Burgh. As reports state, Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche could cut Patrik Laine and the Montreal Canadiens in line.

It’s no secret that Crosby and MacKinnon share a strong friendship and love nothing more than skating together whenever NHL action allows. The fellow Nova Scotian talents recently joined forces during the 2025 IIHF World Championship, but it felt like too small a reward. Now, they could look forward to playing on the same team for more than just a few fleeting weeks.

With the Penguins struggling and not looking to turn the tide next NHL season, if the captain requested a trade out, he wouldn’t

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