Sidney Crosby could sign another extension this offseason. He is entering the final year of his two-year, $17.5 million deal.
What happened?
Crosby is eligible to sign an extension on July 1. The Athletic's Shayna Goldman named him one of the top extension candidates ahead of free agency.
Why it matters for Sidney Crosby
Goldman wrote that Crosby's market value for the 2027-28 season is $12.1 million. His projected value for the 2028-29 season is $10.4 million.
What comes next?
Crosby has been adamant about earning $8.7 million per season. His next deal will likely remain at $8.7 million. The big question is how many years he will sign for, as he is nearing the end of his career.
Crosby recorded 29 goals and 45 assists for 74 points in 68 games last season. He has won three Stanley Cups with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Penguins captain will be 39 years old at the end of his current contract. He still remains one of the best players in the NHL.
Crosby's extension will be a key storyline in the NHL offseason. The free agency period begins on Wednesday.
Shayna Goldman's report highlights Crosby's value to the Penguins. He has carried an $8.7 million cap hit in every single season of his career since his entry-level contract.
Crosby's next deal will be closely watched by NHL fans and analysts. His decision will have a significant impact on the Penguins' roster and salary cap.
The Penguins will likely try to sign Crosby to a long-term extension. They want to keep him on the team for as long as possible.
Crosby's agent will negotiate the terms of the extension. The deal will need to be approved by the NHL.
The extension talks will begin soon. Crosby and the Penguins will work together to reach a new agreement.
The outcome of the extension talks is uncertain. Crosby may choose to sign with another team if he does not reach a deal with the Penguins.
Crosby's future with the Penguins is a major storyline in the NHL. His decision will have a significant impact on the team's chances of winning another Stanley Cup.