The hockey world is bracing for the potential loss of one of its most iconic individual rivalries, as time is reportedly running out for the careers of two of the sport's greatest stars. In a recent column, Mark Madden discusses the dwindling window for Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin to continue their legendary on-ice battles, which have captivated fans for over a decade. As the careers of these two superstars begin to wind down, the question on everyone's mind is whether they will be able to meet one final time on the ice, or if their rivalry will be forever remembered in the annals of hockey history. With their combined 11 Hart Trophies and countless playoff showdowns, the stage is set for a poignant conclusion to a rivalry that has defined the NHL in the modern era.
Mark Madden: Time is running out on hockey’s greatest individual rivalry TribLIVE.com