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Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby, whose 20-year rivalry defined an era, could meet for the last time this weekend in their 100th and 101st head-to-head, with Ovechkin’s future uncertain and both players reflecting on their historic clash and off-ice friendship.
Ovechkin and Crosby, two of hockey’s defining stars, will close out the regular season with back‑to‑back games—the 100th and 101st head‑to‑head meetings of their 21‑season rivalry. With the Capitals fighting for a playoff spot and the Penguins already clinched in the Metro, the weekend matchups in Pittsburgh and Washington have fans wondering if this could be the final chapter of their enduring duel, as both players emphasize enjoying the moment and playing the right way while continuing to push their historic careers (Ovechkin with 928 goals; Crosby with 1,761 points).
Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin will meet for their 100th and 101st head-to-head in a weekend home-and-home, a marquee chapter in hockey’s greatest rivalry, with Crosby hoping to enjoy the competition as Pittsburgh pursues playoff position and home ice while Ovechkin contemplates the end of his career.
The Cowboys reportedly pursued Maxx Crosby by presenting three trades to the Raiders in 2026: a 20th overall pick plus defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa; a 12th overall pick plus a third-round pick (no Odighizuwa); and a 12th overall pick plus a second-round pick (no Odighizuwa). The Raiders allegedly sought two first-round picks and a player; a separate deal with the Ravens yielded two first-round selections but Crosby wasn’t moved. The reports show Dallas’s persistent interest in Crosby even though no deal was completed.
ESPN reported the Ravens backed out of a proposed trade for Las Vegas edge rusher Maxx Crosby after evaluating a degenerative knee issue and durability concerns that could affect 2026 and beyond. Crosby had surgery to repair a torn meniscus in January, and Baltimore allegedly would have sent multiple first-round picks and dollars to acquire him, but uncertainty about long‑term health led to no deal, leaving Crosby to continue with the Raiders and seek to prove the Ravens wrong.
On his podcast The Rush, Maxx Crosby detailed the Ravens’ decision to back out of a trade after a Baltimore visit and exams that flagged long-term knee concerns, despite assurances from his surgeon and agent. Crosby, who had January knee surgery for a torn left meniscus, says he’s ahead of rehab and is focused on a rebuilt Raiders roster now that the deal is dead, insisting he’s where he’s supposed to be.
Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl is expected to miss time with a lower-body injury, likely sidelining him for at least a game or two; Pittsburgh's Sidney Crosby, out since the Winter Olympics with a lower-body injury, is also likely to be out, affecting the Penguins' lineup.
Crosby’s agent CJ LaBoy shot down a report that Baltimore was prepared to trade for him and sign him to a market-rate deal, calling the claim “fake news.” The talks allegedly involved a four-year, about $116 million contract (~$29M per year), which would still be below the top of the edge-rusher market. No trade materialized, Crosby is recovering from January knee surgery, and the scenario could re-emerge if teams pursue him in the future.
The piece analyzes the failed Crosby trade as a consequence of NFL timing rules around the league-year open, with a late Friday agreement and a Tuesday physical allowing backouts; it argues that earlier resolution, full medicals, and avoiding premature leaks could have prevented the misadventure.
According to Albert Breer, Maxx Crosby quietly requested a trade after the season, telling owner Mark Davis and GM John Spytek that he wanted a move that would help the Raiders win even if he wasn’t with the team. Reports say Crosby and Davis discussed a trade two months ago, and that coaching changes and Tom Brady’s involvement contributed to a looming roster shake-up for Las Vegas in 2026.
NBC Sports’ Mike Florio suggests Maxx Crosby wants a trade from the Raiders, citing ongoing behind-the-scenes tension and a lack of retractions since earlier reports. The Raiders are reportedly seeking a very high return (two first-round picks and a player), but team officials have publicly signaled they’d like Crosby back, and there is mixed media and fan sentiment about his future, leaving the situation unclear amid ongoing speculation.
Raiders reportedly seek two first-round picks and a player for Maxx Crosby, with the Bears and Cowboys among interested teams; price remains the hangup as some suitors would consider a first-round pick plus more, while Crosby’s willingness to play on his current contract could dampen his value. A deal could come before free agency, with other teams like the Bills and Patriots also mentioned, and concerns about Crosby’s durability and the Raiders’ internal dynamics factoring into negotiations.
NFL betting markets show the Chicago Bears as the favorite to trade for Maxx Crosby, with the line shifting from +200 to -135 as the day progresses. The Raiders remain the top alternative to keep Crosby at +165, while several other teams trail at longer odds. A deal can be reached at any time but cannot be finalized until the new NFL year begins next week.
Sidney Crosby is out at least four weeks with a lower-body injury sustained for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics, forcing the Penguins to press on as they return from the Olympic break.
At the NFL scouting combine, Raiders GM John Spytek signaled he’d like to keep star defensive end Maxx Crosby but wouldn’t promise it, noting the team is always listening to offers. Crosby’s willingness to endure another rebuild, his prime years, and his strong bond with the organization make his decision pivotal as Las Vegas weighs a longer reset and potential trades, leaving Crosby’s future as one of the Combine’s biggest storylines.