Eklund leads the Sharks in points (46) and assists (33) while being third in goals (13). Toffoli leads the Sharks in goals (24) and third in points (43). Celebrini is second on the Sharks in points (45) and goals (19) while being tied for second in assists (26).

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Crosby's name gained traction in rumors after he played alongside Avs forward and longtime friend Nathan MacKinnon at the 4 Nations Face-Off, fueling speculation about a reunion in Colorado. The Athletic’s Chris Johnston and Pierre LeBrun reported on Monday that Pittsburgh has no plans to move Crosby.

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The Avalanche have gotten off to a 2-0-0 start in their six-game homestand and it continues against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday. Latest Result (PIT): TOR 6, PIT 5 (OT)

The Pittsburgh Penguins (24-30-10) narrowly avoided history in the first minute of the game. Penguins defenseman Matt Grzelcyk was walked at the blue line by Colorado Avalanche (36-24-2) winger Valeri Nichuskin,

Nathan MacKinnon’s childhood idol and role model has turned into a training partner and one of his closest friends.

As the NHL trade deadline approaches, the Pittsburgh Penguins are staring down their third straight Stanley Cup Playoff absence. Despite having one of the worst

The Colorado Avalanche (35-24-2) continue their six-game homestand against the Pittsburgh Penguins (24-29-10). Puck drop is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. MT. READ MORE: ‘You Guys Can Figure Out Where This Is Going’ Avs GM on Landeskog’s Uncertain Status Already riding a two-game winning streak to start the homestand,

SAN JOSE — The San Jose Sharks acquired defenseman Vincent Desharnais from the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday in exchange for a 2028 fifth-round draft pick.

Even after all the speculation, NHL insiders Kyle Johnston and Pierre LeBrun reported that the Penguins have no plans to trade their franchise legend before Friday's deadline but are willing to make other moves.

Sidney Crosby shut down trade rumors linking him to the Colorado Avalanche, affirming his commitment to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Despite the team's st