Crosby day-to-day for Penguins with injury

Pittsburgh captain left shootout win with lower-body issue

Mar. 28, 2026 at 7:34pm

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Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is listed as day-to-day with a lower-body injury after leaving the team's shootout victory on Tuesday night. The extent of Crosby's injury is not yet known, but the Penguins said he will be evaluated further.

Why it matters

Crosby is the Penguins' leading scorer and one of the NHL's top players, so any injury to him is significant for the team's playoff hopes. The Penguins are currently in a tight race for a wild card spot in the Eastern Conference.

The details

Crosby was injured late in the third period of the Penguins' 4-3 shootout win over the New Jersey Devils. He did not return to the game after leaving the ice. The team said Crosby's injury is being evaluated and his status for upcoming games is uncertain.

  • Crosby was injured late in the third period of the Penguins' game on March 28, 2026.
  • The Penguins won the game 4-3 in a shootout.

The players

Sidney Crosby

The captain and leading scorer for the Pittsburgh Penguins, one of the NHL's elite players.

Pittsburgh Penguins

An NHL hockey team based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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What’s next

The Penguins will provide an update on Crosby's status and his availability for their next game in the coming days.

The takeaway

Crosby's injury is a significant concern for the Penguins as they push for a playoff spot, as the team's success is heavily dependent on their star captain's health and production.