Sidney Crosby's return from injury might be on the horizon sooner than initially anticipated, according to recent updates from the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Penguins had placed Crosby on Injured Reserve, projecting a minimum four-week absence. But there's a twist in the timeline. Penguins beat writer Josh Yohe provided some insight on X, suggesting Crosby could potentially return earlier than expected.
Here's the scoop: the four-week timeline was calculated from the injury date, not the announcement. Crosby sustained the injury over a week ago on Feb. 18 during Canada's Olympic quarterfinal against Czechia. This means the timeline is effectively three weeks from the announcement date.
However, there's a catch. Crosby skipped the usual rehab routine, aiming to participate in the Friday semifinal and Sunday gold medal game. This deviation might affect his recovery timeline.
In essence, while the exact return date remains uncertain, there's hope Crosby could hit the ice sooner than anticipated. Fans will be eagerly watching for updates as his recovery progresses.