The Penguins just announced on press row with 16:38 remaining in the third period that captain Sidney Crosby is out with a “sore” hip flexor and will not return to the game against Detroit.
Crosby had a goal and an assist in 14 shifts and 12:28 of ice time through the first two periods.
He took a game-high six shots on goal, with one attempt blocked, and also was 10-3 on faceoffs (77 percent), the best winning percentage of any player who took six or more draws in the game.
The Penguins are leading the Red Wings, 5-1.
Crosby sits
September 22nd, 2010
