The Pittsburgh Penguins have successfully extended their captain, Sidney Crosby, for two more seasons, securing a $17.4 million contract that maintains his annual salary at $8.7 million. This marks a commitment to keep a foundational player in the franchise despite the increasing contracts commanded by other players.
While Crosby remains humble regarding his earnings, his impeccable track record of achievements contrasts sharply with salaries of contemporaries. The piece explores hypothetical earnings based on jersey numbers for various players, revealing amusing discrepancies between acclaim and salary.