Guerin sees new dynamic in Crosby's game

The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review paints a picture of how appreciative Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is of the chance each playoff appearance presents.

One of the most intriguing aspects of the article, though, comes from Penguins player-development coach (and former NHL power forward) Bill Guerin and what he's noticed about the superstar's game.

“What's different now,” Guerin said, “is that Sid isn't just the best player now. He's in control of the game now. There's a difference.”

“I see things now that I never saw before,” Guerin said. “Just little things. He's so much more calculated now. He knows what's at stake, and he's so smart. See, he knows he has to be at his best in the playoffs. Great players always understand that. They time it. He's been preparing himself for this postseason for a while.”

Scary thought.

Many quotes from No. 87 himself in the piece, as well as an anecdote from rookie Olli Maatta that'll make you respect Crosby's leadership abilities even more.

Source: Josh Yohe, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

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