With MacKinnon signed long-term in Colorado and Crosby coming off signing his own two-year, $17.4 million extension with Pittsburgh on Sept. 16, analysts have begun wondering if Crosby, whose Penguins are struggling, might seek a move to chase another Stanley Cup.

Speculation grows as Sidney Crosby might join the Colorado Avalanche to reunite with Nathan MacKinnon after showcasing chemistry at the 4 Nations Face-Off. With MacKinnon securing an eight-year contract and the Avalanche's strong Stanley Cup prospects,

Crosby and MacKinnon, from the same area of Canada, have a close friendship that's been on display through their years in hockey.

After a brilliant tournament-long performance, including one goal in the finale, Nathan MacKinnon was named 4 Nations MVP.

Sidney Crosby means a lot to Canadian hockey ... Team Canada center and Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon was among those to share what it's like to be around Crosby amid the intense ...

Several members of Team Canada, including Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon, are under a lot of pressure to win on Thursday.

MONTREAL -- Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, has come to the 4 Nations Face-Off. And not just in the forms of two of its native sons, Canada forwards Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon.

Past and present members of Team Canada describe Crosby's "aura": "The quiet intensity and confidence … you know there's no moment too big."

Most people were surprised to see Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon show up for Team Canada’s off-day practice on Thursday, but also not surprised, if that makes sense.

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby's performance at the 4 Nations Face-off certainly didn't go unnoticed by teammates.

Most times Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon are on the same ice, it's as adversaries. But the two also have a strong friendship away from hockey. Both being centers and former No. 1 overall ...