Sidney Crosby injury update: Mitch Marner opens up on how serious the setback is while Penguins remain in limbo
Sidney Crosby’s injury from the 2026 Winter Olympics continues to sideline the Penguins captain, but new details from Mitch Marner reveal the extent of the issue. Crosby suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain after a collision with Radko Gudas during Canada’s quarterfinal game. Despite the pain, he briefly skated the following days, showing his toughness. Pittsburgh has placed him on injured reserve and is monitoring his progress, with a possible return around March 21 against the Winnipeg Jets.
Sidney Crosby’s injury from the 2026 Winter Olympics continues to sideline the Penguins captain, but new details from Mitch Marner reveal the extent of the issue. Crosby suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain after a collision with Radko Gudas during Canada’s quarterfinal game. Despite the pain, he briefly skated the following days, showing his toughness. Pittsburgh has placed him on injured reserve and is monitoring his progress, with a possible return around March 21 against the Winnipeg Jets.
