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Sidney Crosby in Montreal: “I don’t think it’s impossible,” says Elliotte Friedman
Marc-Olivier Cook
Sidney Crosby in Montreal: “I don’t think it’s impossible,” says Elliotte Friedman
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In all the uncertainty surrounding Sidney Crosby's situation, one thing is clear: he wants to win… and that's not going to happen in Pittsburgh. The Penguins can't offer him that opportunity because the team isn't going anywhere on the ice and because the club is in the process of rebuilding.To put it another way… The next Stanley Cup to come to Pittsburgh isn't here yet, and that's why there are so many rumours about the Kid's future. Pat Brisson got involved last week, saying he wanted to see his client lift the precious trophy at least once more, and that only fuelled the discussions about #87.

That said, Elliotte Friedman – who appeared on the La Poche Bleue podcast – also shared his point of view: in his eyes, seeing Crosby end up in Montreal “is not impossible”.And Friedman, he's one of the most reputable guys in the game…

Elliotte Friedman didn't say it would happen 100%. He made a point of reminding us that the decision to leave (or not) is Sidney Crosby's, because he's the one in control of his destiny in a sense.But even so, knowing that the door could be open at some point makes many salivate, and we agree that, well… that's normal.

We've been saying it for a few weeks now, but the “Crosby file” is clearly one of the most interesting to watch right now in the NHL. Many feel that it will depend on the Penguins' start to the season – and the Olympic Games – and that it could unblock at some point… because it would also be surprising to see Crosby persist in ending his career with a losing club. His desire to win is well known. The Canadiens are one of the clubs best placed to give him what he wants… and the Canadiens are also one of the clubs best placed (or if not) to go get him in Pittsburgh when you look at Kent Hughes' resources.Ah, the famous #87 situation…

'Overtime'

– He's going to be busy this winter, Tony!

– Sick.

– Having Marc-André Fleury as a mentor must be cool.

– Oh.

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