Sidney Crosby is keeping the faith that the Pittsburgh Penguins' core will stick together after their season ended on Wednesday night. The captain expressed his hope that the final game wasn't the last time he and Kris Letang would share the ice with longtime teammate Evgeni Malkin.

For nearly two decades, this trio has been the heartbeat of the Penguins' dynasty, delivering three Stanley Cup championships and countless unforgettable moments. As the offseason begins, Crosby's sentiment echoes what every Pittsburgh fan is feeling: the magic of this "family" is worth preserving.

With the NHL landscape constantly shifting, the future of Malkin—who remains a dynamic force—hangs in the balance. But if Crosby has his way, the iconic jerseys will stay together, keeping the Penguins' legacy alive for another run.