Sidney Crosby’s top playmaker will miss his team’s upcoming matchup after testing positive for COVID-19, leaving the Penguins without a key offensive catalyst. The forward’s absence adds to the league’s ongoing roster disruptions as teams navigate pandemic-related absences ahead of a critical game. With the Golden Knights looming as a tough Western Conference opponent, the Penguins will need to adjust their lineup without one of their most reliable scorers. The situation underscores how COVID-19 continues to impact NHL schedules and player availability midseason.

NHL Status Report: Malkin out for Penguins against Golden Knights  NHL.com