Penguins' Sidney Crosby Scores as Canada Beats Switzerland

The Pittsburgh Penguins star helped lead Canada to victory in Olympic hockey action.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby scored a goal as Team Canada defeated Switzerland in a Winter Olympics hockey matchup. Crosby, one of several Penguins players representing their home countries at the Games, played a key role in the Canadian squad's victory.

Why it matters

The performance of NHL stars like Crosby at the Olympics is closely watched, as their success can boost interest and viewership in both the Winter Games and the professional hockey league.

The details

Crosby, who has won multiple Stanley Cups with the Penguins, found the back of the net for Canada in the hard-fought contest against Switzerland. The final score was 4-2 in favor of the Canadian team.

  • The game took place on February 14, 2026.

The players

Sidney Crosby

The captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins and a star player for Team Canada at the Winter Olympics.

Team Canada

The Canadian national ice hockey team competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Team Switzerland

The Swiss national ice hockey team competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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What they’re saying

“It was a hard-fought game, but we're proud to come away with the win. Sidney really stepped up for us today.”

— Mike Babcock, Head Coach, Team Canada (wn.com)

What’s next

Team Canada will face off against the Russian Olympic Committee in the next round of the men's ice hockey tournament.

The takeaway

The performance of NHL superstars like Sidney Crosby at the Winter Olympics continues to be a major draw for hockey fans around the world, showcasing the talent and competitiveness of the best players in the sport.