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Originally Posted by 89911
Living in Pittsburgh and having Sidney Crosby 24/7 in the media, where do you (or any of the countless bashers on the blogs) get there information about Crosby. He came in the league at 17. Lives at Lemieux's house with his kids. Has never been involved in anything negative outside hockey. Gives interviews like a 20 year veteran. So what, he whines too much? I guess he can't talk when he plays? I never understood what the negative press is, other then pure jealousy. I'd like to see how other multimillionaire 20 year olds handle the position he is in and then call him classless. As far as the handshake, give me a break. I guess when he wins a few more, he will follow the right protocol.  |
Says the man who's home team won. I don't suppose you are a little biased in your feelings, eh?
1) Read the article. Apparently the news people thought it was enough of a snub to write about it.
2) Hockey has a very high percent of players that are very dedicated to the local area and charities. They are not stuck up like other pro sports celebrities. He's no patron saint of hockey.
3) Sid has been to the finals before and he knows how it goes. He has been rude in the way he handles other teams and players during the playoffs. Very un NHL-like. Sorry, its a fact. Does he play great? Yes. Ddi he disrespect NHL tradition? Yes. Hey, I wanted the Bruins to win so I didn't have a horse in this race.
4) I gave credit where credit is due. The Pens won through better play. Try not to let your home team bias blind you to an honest appraisal.