The Pittsburgh Penguins took on the St. Louis Blues at the PPG Paints Arena and beat the challenges 5-3 on home ground. This was the Pens’ third win in a row, with stars Sidney Crosby, Bryan Rust firing on all cylinders to propel the Pens to a win. While even a hat trick of wins may not be enough for the team to make the playoffs, tonight was special for a different reason.
The Penguins celebrated their 2025 edition of their annual Pride Night on home ice. “It’s a hockey and Pride night in Pittsburgh!” the Pens posted on social media, and Crosby & Co. didn’t miss the chance to show their solidarity for equality and inclusivity in sports. NHL.com’s Pittsburgh correspondent Wes Crosby revealed how they did it with a simple gesture.
“Sidney Crosby is using pride tape on the knob of his stick. Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust each have their blades taped in it. Think Alex Nedeljkovic too. For the Penguins’ Pride Night,” the reporter wrote on X. The Penguins captain’s heartfelt gesture won over a good portion of the fan base. “You are loved Sidney Crosby,” one fan commented in praise of the NHL star.
Sidney Crosby is using pride tape on the knob of his stick. Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust each have their blades taped in it. Think Alex Nedeljkovic too. For the Penguins’ Pride Night.
I’m sure others too. Just can’t tell all that well from up here. #Pens
— Wes Crosby (@OtherNHLCrosby) March 13, 2025
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