The Avalanche's Brock Nelson trade was positioned by one analyst as a consolation prize for not landing the Penguins' Sidney Crosby.

Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon played a key role in helping Team Canada win gold at the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament by defeating the United States 3-2. On Tuesday, the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-1 at Ball Arena. Artturi Lehkonen opened the scoring for the Avs after giving them a 1-0 lead 6:36 into the second period.

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman slammed the gavel on live television regarding the notion of the Pittsburgh Penguins trading Sidney Crosby to the Colorado

The Avalanche has been active before the trade deadline, but could we see a splash like acquiring Sidney Crosby to pair with Nathan MacKinnon?

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.

Sidney Crosby analyzed the Pittsburgh Penguins' current form in the 2024-25 NHL season with a focus on their loss to the Colorado Avalanche.

Sidney Crosby has always been careful when talking about the NHL’s top players. Before facing the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday, he was asked about Nathan MacKinnon’s view on Connor McDavid.

Despite having one of the worst records in the league, the Penguins are still getting a top-notch season from their captain, Sidney Crosby ... love to link Crosby to the Colorado Avalanche ...

Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar made a strong admission after a big win over Sidney Crosby’s Pittsburgh Penguins. What did he reveal about his NHL team’s performance?