Is Sidney Crosby playing today against the New York Rangers? | March 12th, 2023 | NHL 2022-23 season

With the Pittsburgh Penguins(33-22-10) set to face off against the New York Rangers(37-19-9) today, fans are wondering if Penguins captain Sidney Crosby will be playing in the game. Well, the answer to their question is yes, Sidney Crosby will be playing today. Crosby has been a key asset for the Penguins this season and has been a trusted player for decades.

The Penguins and Rangers are set to face off at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time at PPG Paints Arena, with national broadcasts on TNT America and Sportsnet 360 in Canada. It should be an exciting game between two talented teams vying for a spot in the playoffs.

Crosby's presence will be a big boost for the Penguins. The team is currently in fourth place in the Metropolitan Division, and a win against the Rangers could help them climb higher in the standings. They have 33-22-10 stats, which equals 76 points.

However, the Rangers are coming off a two-game winning streak and have been playing well in recent weeks. A quick turnaround from last night's game against the Buffalo Sabers, as well as losing an hour of sleep due to Daylight Saving Time, may work against them.

Nonetheless, the Rangers are likely to put up a strong fight against the Penguins. Their stats are 37-19-9, 83 points, and they are currently in 3rd place in the Metropolitan Division.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have played against the New York Rangers in NHL 59 times. Both teams have shown how tough they are, the Penguins have won 30 games and the Rangers have won 29 games. Both teams have almost equal winning percentages.

Sidney Crosby's performance this season and his reputation as an NHL player.

In this NHL season (2022-23) Sidney Crosby has scored a total of 78 points this season, for which he has scored 29 goals and 49 assists. He is the captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins and is one of the most accomplished players in the history of ice hockey. He has won numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including three Stanley Cup championships with the Penguins.

Crosby has won two gold medals at the Olympics and contributed to Canada's victories in the 2010 and 2014 tournaments. Additionally, he received a gold medal from the 2015 IIHF World Championship and a victory in the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.

In addition to his team's accomplishments, Crosby has won numerous individual accolades. As the league's most valuable player, he has twice taken home the Hart Memorial Trophy, twice taken home the Art Ross Trophy for leading scorer, and once taken home the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy for top goal scorer. Additionally, Crosby has received 12 selections to the NHL All-Star Team.

Off the ice, Crosby is known for his leadership and philanthropy. He is heavily involved in the Sidney Crosby Foundation, which supports organizations that help children in need. Crosby has also worked with the Ronald McDonald House and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

With his talent and dedication, Sidney Crosby has cemented his place as one of the greatest players in the history of ice hockey.