Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Muse is happy with Sidney Crosby's progress, but the captain's return to the ice may have to wait a bit longer.

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was spotted at practice as he rehabs the lower-body injury he suffered during the Olympics.

The Pittsburgh Penguins may soon receive a major boost as Sidney Crosby’s recovery from a knee injury progresses faster than expected. Head coach Dan Muse confirmed Crosby has resumed skating with teammates and could potentially travel on the team’s upcoming road trip.

As the Pittsburgh Penguins prepare to face the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center, fans are watching closely for updates on Sidney Crosby. Lineup decisions could play a major role in how this Metropolitan Division matchup unfolds.

On the surface, Crosby seems like he’ll play forever. He’s on his way to a 21st straight NHL season of recording a point per game or better. Over the past four seasons, the Penguins have played 300 games. Crosby has participated in 298 of them. He’s seemingly become more durable in his old age.

Just when it seemed as if they were about to fade away without their two top stars, the Pittsburgh Penguins pulled out a miraculous three-goal comeback on Sunday.

In hopes of helping Sidney Crosby and the rest of the team, the Pittsburgh Penguins made it clear there is no distance they aren’t willing to go. With the NHL trade deadline breathing down their necks, the Pens have reportedly made a bold decision to shop a player that has barely settled in The Burgh.