As the 2023-2024 NHL season comes to a close, the Pittsburgh Penguins are already looking ahead to next year's roster construction. With a number of key players set to hit free agency or face uncertain futures, general manager Ron Hextall will have his work cut out for him in building a formidable top-six forward line. One potential pairing that has garnered significant attention is the combination of winger Ivan Chinakhov and Sidney Crosby, who formed a dynamic duo in the latter stages of the season. With Crosby's leadership and Chinakhov's speed and skill, this duo could be a key component of the Penguins' plans for the future.

Building the Pens’ top-six next year: more Chinakhov-Crosby?  pensburgh.com