Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby Will Miss Start Of Camp After Undergoing Wrist Surgery
By: KDKA-TV News Staff
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Sidney Crosby is expected to be sidelined for a minimum of six weeks after undergoing wrist surgery.
The Penguins announced Wednesday that Crosby underwent successful surgery. He is expected to miss the start of training camp.
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby underwent a successful wrist procedure today.
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Crosby will miss the start of training camp and is expected to be sidelined for a minimum of six weeks.
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"This is not a new injury for Sid. It is something that he has played through for years," Penguins general manager Ron Hextall said in a release. "After exhausting all minimally-invasive options and much discussion, it was decided that surgery was in his best interest."