Sidney Crosby will be skating on his own in PIT today.
Crosby was spotted making tape-to-tape passes with the other Penguins' wounded. Good news that he's back on the ice although his timetable remains indefinite.
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That suggests C Jeff Carter (shoulder) is not ready to play.
Carter remains sidelined with a separated shoulder. Limited to only 30 games, the top line center has 10 goals and 17 points on the season.
The diagnosis of Dr. Robert S. Bray, a neurological spine specialist based in Los Angeles, is that Sidney Crosby had suffered a neck injury in addition to a concussion. Dr. Bray reports that the neck injury is fully healed. Those findings will be evaluated by independent specialists over the next few days. The most important goal all along has been Sidney's return to full health, and we are encouraged that progress continues to be made.?
More news on the severity of his injury but no hint on when he'll be making his return. Hopefully, we find out Sid is ready to go after visiting specialists.
Bylsma on Crosby: Not sure when back to Pittsburgh "because he could be staying on the beach for a little bit" during ASG break. #Penguins
Don't expect Crosby to ramp up his training during the break.
Sidney Crosby traveled to California Friday to visit with Dr. Robert S. Bray, a neurological spine specialist, as part of his continuing treatment program. Crosby will undergo a series of tests with Dr. Bray.
Great news for the injured captain but he still remains out indefinitely.
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#Pens coach Bylsma: Letang's focus will be on the game and not something that happened in the past -Sam
Letang played a good game yesterday and likely will see top-four minutes again tonight. Expect the team to try to downplay the Max Pacioretty hit of two months ago but for the game to get a bit chippy.
#Pens coach Bylsma: Crosby working out and seeing Dr Carrick. That's where he's at -Sam
Considering we already received a better update on Crosby, it's curious to think that the Pens are obfuscating his status.
@drosennhl. Sounds like Sid is doing well in Atlanta. Daily treatments. Skating everyday. Making progress.
Great news for the injured captain but he still remains out indefinitely.
Bylsma says Crosby still in Atlanta, nothing new with him.
Doesn't sound like Crosby will be returning to the lineup any time soon. The Pens will continue playing it safe with their captain and leader.
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Bylsma confirms letang is in tonight
Great news for the Penguins as they expect to get their top defender back tonight. Before getting hurt, he scored three goals and 19 points in 22 games.
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Bylsma says there is a chance Letang will return tomorrow night at MSG against the Rangers.
Great news for the Penguins as they expect to get their top defender back very soon. Before getting hurt, he scored three goals and 19 points in 22 games.
Kris Letang just hit the ice for #Pens morning skate -MC
Great news for the Penguins as they expect to get their top defender back within the next week. Before getting hurt he scored three goals and 19 points in 22 games.
Just spoke with Shero. He confirmed that Letang has been cleared to play and could see game action before the all-star break.
Great news for the Penguins as they expect to get their top defender back within the next week. Before getting hurt he scored three goals and 19 points in 22 games.
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#Pens GM Shero tells @MarkMaddenX he anticipates Letang to practice with the team Tues -Sam
Great news for Letang as he is expected to practice for the first time since getting concussed. While this remains the first step in his recovery, expect him to be brought along slowly.
#Penguins C Sidney Crosby, who still has balance/motion trouble, meeting with concussion specialist Ted Carrick this week.
Doesn't sound like Crosby will be returning to the lineup any time soon. The Pens will continue playing it safe with their captain and leader.
Letang is skating rigorously it Pittsburgh. May practice with team soon.
Letang registered 19 points in 22 games before getting hurt. He remains out indefinitely with a concussion as the Pens carefully handle his rehab.
Sid takes the ice. Practicing with team.
Crosby continues to skate with the team which is a great sign. He obviously has no timetable for his return.
#CBJ place C Jeff Carter on injured reserve. He is listed as week-to-week with a shoulder injury suffered Jan. 8 at Anaheim.
Expecting Carter to play again this month would definitely be a stretch. The team's top line center scored 10 goals and 17 points in 30 games with the club before getting hurt. Temper your expectations of him getting back to an elite level this season.
AM skate wrapping up so Crosby not doing drills. And no C on his practice jersey.
Crosby continues to skate which is an excellent sign. The lack of C is in support of the Pens captain, who has not been able to lead the team on the ice. He still has no timetable for a return.
#CBJ GM Scott Howson had no update on C Jeff Carter (shoulder) today. He will have full evaluation when team returns to Columbus.
Carter remains out indefinitely with a separated shoulder. It would be surprising for him to return during this month.