Sidney Crosby Signs Below-Market Two-Year Extension with Penguins

Crosby’s new $17.4M deal prioritizes team success and legacy over financial gain as he enters his 20th NHL season.

The extension carries an annual average value of $8.7 million, the same as Crosby’s previous contracts.
Crosby’s contract includes a full no-move clause and is structured with significant signing bonuses.
The deal alleviates potential uncertainty for the Penguins, who missed the playoffs for the past two seasons.
Crosby has left an estimated $43 million on the table throughout his career by signing below-market deals.
Penguins GM Kyle Dubas praised Crosby for his leadership and commitment to the team’s future success.