Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby left the game against the Ottawa Senators on March 27, 2026, due to an apparent injury. The team confirmed that he would not return to the match.
Crosby’s Injury Details
During the game, Crosby skated for 6:39 across the first period. He exited the game late in that period after tangling his left leg with a Senators player along the boards. Following an attempt to resume play in the second period, he was on the ice for only 38 seconds before leaving again.
Recent History
This incident marks Crosby’s recent struggles with injuries. Earlier this year, he missed 11 games due to a knee injury sustained while playing for Team Canada in the quarter-finals of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics against the Czech Republic. Crosby has made five appearances since returning from that injury.
Season Performance
As of Thursday’s game, Crosby has achieved 28 goals and 64 points in 60 games this season. His contributions have been crucial for the Penguins, who entered the game in third place in the Metropolitan Division with a record of 32-20-16.
Penguins’ Standings and Upcoming Matches
The Penguins are just one point behind the Columbus Blue Jackets for second place and one point ahead of the New York Islanders, who are in fourth place. With only 10 games remaining in the regular season, upcoming matches against the Islanders and the Detroit Red Wings are particularly significant for the team’s playoff aspirations.
