Sidney Crosby's contract has been the talk of the town in Pittsburgh this summer, and now it seems there's a new wave of optimism about his future with the team. Pittsburgh fans have been on edge for months, worried about the future of their big three, Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang, and Evgeni Malkin. After reaching the postseason for 16 consecutive seasons, they've missed the tournament in two straight years. Crosby still has plenty left in the tank. Even at 36, he put up an impressive 42 goals and 94 points last season, despite the team missing the playoffs. He's been a point per game player or better each year of his career. However, the declining performance around him have started rumors he may leave the Burgh in free agency this summer. Yet Crosby himself recently shared a contract extension will be reached before the season. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/penguins/status/1833327243080196215'> </a></blockquote></div> <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/joshyohe_pgh/status/1833253748107579488'> </a></blockquote></div> Some fans have been calling for a tear down, but it's hard to argue with Crosby's legacy in Pittsburgh. The team should risk everything to contend while they still can. He's brought the city three Stanley Cups and has been the face of the franchise for 20 years. If anyone's earned the right to stay as long as they want, it's Sid the Kid. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/nhl/status/1833522069121724505'> </a></blockquote></div> Throughout his career in Pittsburgh, Crosby has played in 1,272 regular-season games, racking up 592 goals and 1,596 points. He's one of the greatest players in hockey history and has shaped no signs of slowing down. We should enjoy what's left the 37 year-old before it's too late. As for his contract, stay patient. GM Kyle Dubas and Crosby will likely get it done before the 2024-25 season begins. You just heard that sentiment straight from the captain's mouth. Source: Markerzone <a href='https://www.markerzone.com/news/index.php?no=427450' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Sidney Crosby confirms his future with the Pittsburgh Penguins in NHL media interview</a>