Crosby mentioned on numerous occaions that he hasn't had much practice time with team. But still said Sunday is possible.
Crosby watch continues in Pittsburgh. If he is ready to play on Sunday, trust me, you will hear about it.
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Injured Ds Kris Letang, Deryk Engelland skated at CEC. No word on whether they'll be back for #Penguins AM skate, but a good sign regardless
Engelland did not get back on the ice for the morning skate which seems to be an indication he sits tonight. The big man has four goals and 15 points with 49 PIM in 58 games.
#Pens Crosby: (Tuesday) went really well. -MC
Another great sign for Sid the Kid. He is not expected to play tonight but might return within the next week or two.
#Pens Crosby: Symptom free for a few days now. Contact is the big step -SK
Best case scenario would have Crosby back by the end of the week. Expect all eyes to remain on the superstar center.
Looks as if Deryk Engelland, Dustin Jeffrey missing from #Penguins morning skate
Engelland probably misses tonight's game after sitting out practice. The big man has four goals and 15 points with 49 PIM in 58 games.
Crosby taking part in morning skate.
Everything is still very status quo with regards to Crosby's injury.
Sidney Crosby did not speak to reporters after practicing with #Penguins . Spokesman said no change in status so not cleared for contact.
As expected, Sidney Crosby is not participating in the full-team practice.
As we suspected, Crosby practicing with #Penguins because field trip earlier meant no ice beforehand for him. NOT cleared for full practice.
Coach Dan Bylsma said Sidney Crosby is scheduled to skate today. #Penguins
Unless stated otherwise, everything is going according to plan for Crosby. He still has no timetable for his return.
#Pens Crosby hitting the ice for some post-practice on-ice work -Sam
Unless stated otherwise, everything is going according to plan for Crosby. He still has no timetable for his return.
Bylsma says Crosby had a scheduled day away from the ice.
Unless stated otherwise, everything is going according to plan for Crosby. He still has no timetable for his return.
Crosby and Asham skated earlier.
Crosby continues to skate despite having symptoms of his current neck injury. His return remains unknown as the Pens won't rush him back into the lineup.
#Pens coach Bylsma: Crosby and Asham skated this morning and worked out off the ice -Sam
Both players remain skating which is a good sign. However, there remains no timetable on either skater.
Crosby, Asham skated earlier.
Crosby continues to skate despite having symptoms of his current neck injury. His return remains unknown as the Pens won't rush him back into the lineup.
#Pens Crosby steps on the ice for team practice at Bell Centre -Sam
Crosby took part in main practice this morning which is a great sign for the team. Expect him to return in a few weeks barring a setback.
Line Change
Defenseman Deryk Engelland back in lineup for #Pens today.
Look for Engelland to round out the third pairing. He has two goals and 12 points in 45 games.
Staal, Despres and Crosby will make trip -Sam
Good news that Crosby is travelling with the team. However, he remains out indefinitely.
Line Change
Lovejoy in for Engelland.
Engelland takes a seat for tonight's tilt. Popular last season for his ability to drop the gloves, Engelland has rounded out his game, producing two goals and 12 points through 45 games with 42 PIM.