Crosby skating again with Pens

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH

Sidney Crosby’s mini-vacation after the latest triumph in his remarkable career lasted all of four days.

Sorry, but the process of defending a Stanley Cup waits for no one. So there Crosby was on Tuesday skating in line rushes with the rest of his Pittsburgh Penguins teammates just five days removed from leading Team Canada to the World Cup of Hockey title as the tournament’s MVP.

And no, Crosby wasn’t about to complain about being tired. That’s simply not his way. Besides, his electric performance during the World Cup offered plenty of proof he’s fresh as the Penguins look to become the first team since the 1998 Detroit Red Wings to repeat as Cup champions.

“When you’re playing a lot of hockey it’s more comfortable,” Crosby said.