Sidney Crosby
Mentioned in 49 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A prominent NHL player and captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins, he is primarily discussed in podcasts for his role as captain of Canada's Olympic hockey team at the 2026 Milan Olympics, where he sustained a lower-body injury that prevented him from playing in the gold medal game against the USA. Podcasts frequently reference his historical significance in Olympic hockey, including his golden goal in the 2010 US-Canada Olympic final, and track his ongoing recovery from injury affecting the Penguins' season.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Pat McAfee Show · May 21, 2026
PMS 2.0 1558 - Wayne Gretzky, PGA Championship Winner Aaron Rai, Kendrick Perkins, PK Subban, & AJ Hawk
“Legendary Penguins captain discussed by Gretzky as one of greatest players; still playing at elite level”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · May 15, 2026
Stuff Is Insane
“Joining Canada World Championships team; deferred captaincy to Celebrini; mentoring younger generation of players”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · May 1, 2026
Upsets and Aftermaths
“Franchise captain facing potential contract/role decisions; emotional leadership questioned in playoff loss”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 30, 2026
PMS 2.0 1543 - Mark Schlabach, Philadelphia Flyers Head Coach Rick Tocchet, Danny Green, Pete Thamel, & AJ Hawk
“Discussed as legendary player potentially ending career after playoff elimination by Flyers”
Spittin Chiclets · Apr 27, 2026
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 641: Featuring Sean Avery & Erik Johnson
“Scored crucial goal in Game 4 vs Philadelphia; discussed as clutch playoff performer”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Apr 27, 2026
Good Goal. Questionable Process.
“Penguins captain scoring first offensive impact in Game 4; team avoiding sweep”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Apr 24, 2026
Diving Into the Latest Playoff Action
“Called for embellishment in game against Philadelphia, first such penalty in 21-year career”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 16, 2026
PMS 2.0 1535 - Quentin Richardson, Mark DeRosa, Sidney Crosby, Daniel Jeremiah, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
“Three-time Stanley Cup champion discussing 21-year point-per-game streak and playoff readiness”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 14, 2026
PMS 2.0 1533 - Jim Nantz, Quentin Richardson, 4 Star QB Andre Adams Makes His College Commitment, Dana White, Governor Josh Shapiro, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
“Discussed as greatest player in Penguins-Flyers rivalry with 25+ year dominance”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Apr 13, 2026
Ovi vs Crosby. The Last Dance?
“Penguins captain; featured in 100th meeting with Ovechkin; exchanged sticks and signed memorabilia after game; playoff clinch secured”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 10, 2026
April 10, 2026 Hour 4
“Penguins player discussed for franchise loyalty and retirement decisions”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
Take That for Data
“Hall of Famer returning to playoffs after missing last year; central to Penguins' unexpected success narrative”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Apr 6, 2026
The Easter Exit
“Achieved 21 consecutive seasons with 1+ point; unique NHL longevity record; potential for Olympic return”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 1, 2026
April 1, 2026 Hour 4
“Referenced as previous teammate of Jake Getzlaf”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Mar 27, 2026
Everybody Ropes Everybody Rides
“Suffered lower body injury in Ottawa game; discussed regarding injury concerns”
Empty Netters Podcast · Mar 24, 2026
The NHL Wildcard Race Is Drunk
“Penguins captain whose team survived 10-game injury absence and remains in wildcard contention”
Empty Netters Podcast · Mar 19, 2026
Is Draisaitl's Injury Good For The Oilers And Blue Jackets On A Heater
“Returned from Olympic injury, pursuing 21st consecutive season with 1+ points per game”
Empty Netters Podcast · Mar 3, 2026
The Kings Try To Save Their Season Before It’s Too Late w/ Mark Streit
“Pittsburgh Penguins captain; Mark Streit's teammate; invested in Norcane watch brand”
Miller and Moulton · Mar 2, 2026
March 2, 2026 Hour 3
“Pittsburgh Penguins captain absent due to injury while team contends for division despite expectations”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 26, 2026
2026 Milan Olympics Were A Dream w/ Hampus Lindholm and Nikolaj Ehlers
“Pittsburgh Penguins captain placed on IR for up to four weeks after returning from Olympics”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 25, 2026
February 25, 2026 Hour 2
“Scored golden goal in 2010 US-Canada Olympic gold medal game; referenced for historical Olympic hockey viewership comparison”
Monday Morning Podcast · Feb 23, 2026
Team USA, Turmoil, Italy v. France | Monday Morning Podcast 2-23-26
“Canadian hockey legend referenced as part of Team Canada's Olympic roster”
Mostly Sports With Mark Titus and Brandon Walker · Feb 23, 2026
AMERICA! Team USA Beats Canada To Win The Gold Medal In Hockey | Mostly Sports EP 593 | 2.23.26
“Canadian hockey legend who did not play in gold medal game”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Feb 23, 2026
USA BEATS Canada, Is there value to going to the Combine, Chicago MOVING to Indiana?
“Canadian hockey player; injured couple games before Olympic final”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 22, 2026
USA wins GOLD over Canada w/ TJ Oshie
“Canada captain who was injured and unable to play in gold medal final, affecting team's performance”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Feb 22, 2026
La Fine
“Canada captain who was injured and unable to play in the gold medal game despite team's efforts to get him ready”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Feb 21, 2026
One More to Go
“Canada's primary captain dealing with injury; team made extensive efforts to get him ready for gold medal game”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 21, 2026
The Dream Gold Medal Matchup - Semi Finals Olympic Hockey Recap
“Canada men's captain; did not play in Finland semifinal but expected to return for gold medal game against USA”
America At Night with McGraw Milhaven · Feb 20, 2026
Andrew Eborn on Prince Andrew’s Arrest, Michael Rogers on GPS Threats, Brian Pinelli on Olympics
“Canadian hockey captain with serious knee injury sustained during Milan Olympics tournament”
Pardon My Take · Feb 20, 2026
Ryan Whitney & Paul Bissonnette, Olympics, Indiana Bears, US Beats Canada + Fyre Fest Of The Week
“Canadian hockey captain who suffered MCL injury in Olympic game against Czech Republic”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 19, 2026
USA And Canada Survive OT Thrillers - Quarter Finals Recap w/ Good Ol Canadian Boys
“Team Canada captain who suffered a lower-body injury in the Czechia quarterfinal, potentially affecting medal chances”
32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Feb 19, 2026
Puck. Don't. Lie.
“Canada's captain injured in third period against Czechia; MRI scheduled; critical to team's medal hopes”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 17, 2026
Olympic Hockey Group Stage Recap - Canada and USA Dominate w/ Chris Chelios and Jason Demers
“Canada veteran player now all-time Olympic goal scorer, providing experience and leadership to Canadian roster”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 13, 2026
USA And Canada Are The Two Best Teams By A Mile
“Canadian veteran center; hosts noted his missed grade-A chances and deflection attempts vs Czechia”
Spittin Chiclets · Feb 13, 2026
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 620: Featuring T.J. Oshie
“Team Canada forward; discussed as celebrity figure in Canada and key player in tournament”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 12, 2026
Hour 1: Jai Alaights (feat. Ian Lara)
“NHL player on Canada's Olympic power play unit with 572 combined power play goals across featured line”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
2026 Milan Olympics Preview and Predictions w/ Jack O’Callahan
“Team Canada veteran center pursuing third Olympic gold medal; positioned on second line with Mitch Marner and Mark Stone”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
NETTERS LIVE: Olympics Hype, Super Bowl Debates, and Billy Langdon!
“Canadian hockey legend; discussed as potential third player to win three Olympic gold medals; scored iconic 2010 Olympic overtime goal”
Spittin Chiclets · Feb 9, 2026
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 619: Featuring Chris Pronger
“Canada Olympic captain; discussed as potential gold medal winner and top-5 current NHL player”
Empty Netters Podcast · Feb 5, 2026
Did The Panarin Trade Save The Kings Season w/ Bayne Pettinger
“Pittsburgh Penguins captain discussed as leadership figure and triple gold club member motivating team performance”
Spittin Chiclets · Feb 3, 2026
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 617: Featuring Jack O'Callahan
“Pittsburgh Penguins captain celebrating 10-year Stanley Cup anniversary with emotional recognition of team accomplishment”
The Basement Yard · Jan 26, 2026
#539 - The Heated Rivalry Review
“NHL hockey player referenced as one of the real-world inspirations for the fictional characters in Heated Rivalry”
Spittin Chiclets · Jan 23, 2026
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 614: Featuring Rob Blake
“Pittsburgh Penguins captain; discussed as still performing at elite level at age 38-39”
Spittin Chiclets · Jan 9, 2026
Spittin’ Chiclets Episode 610: Featuring Kelly Chase, Nathan Mackinnon, Andi Petrillo, Scott Laughton, and Ryan Malone
“Pittsburgh Penguins legend; discussed for continued elite performance and Olympic participation”
Spittin Chiclets · Jan 5, 2026
Spittin’ Chiclets Episode 609: Featuring Tage Thompson
“Pittsburgh Penguins legend, referenced as elite Olympic performer”
Spittin Chiclets · Dec 23, 2025
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 607: Featuring Joe Bowen
“Pittsburgh Penguins captain; passed Mario Lemieux in franchise scoring record”
PTI · Dec 23, 2025
Bears Beat the Packers in Overtime!
“Passed Mario Lemieux as Penguins' all-time points leader; represents franchise legacy milestone.”
Spittin Chiclets · Dec 19, 2025
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 606: Featuring Zeev Buium & Guy Gadowsky
“Pittsburgh Penguins captain approaching 1800-point milestone; 20+ years of point-per-game production”
Spittin Chiclets · Dec 4, 2025
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 602: Featuring Luc Robitaille
“Veteran maintaining elite production at point-per-game pace; discussed as aging superstar”