Crosby's Status Hinges on Penguins Update

Sidney Crosby's lower-body injury from the Senators win leaves the Penguins holding their breath as they navigate a razor-thin Metropolitan Division race. The captain, who's led Pittsburgh with 64 points in 61 games, sat out the Dallas loss and remains day-to-day alongside Evgeni Malkin. With just a one-point edge over the Islanders and Blue Jackets, his quick return becomes pivotal for their top-three push and Stanley Cup playoff hopes.