Sunday, June 12, 2016

Sid the Kid wins his 1st Conn Smythe trophy for Penguins (Yahoo Sports)

Pittsburgh Penguins players celebrate around goalie Matt Murray, center, after beating the San Jose Sharks in Game 6 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals in San Jose, Calif., Sunday, June 12, 2016. The Penguins won 3-1 to win the series 4-2. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)

Sidney Crosby filled about the only hole left on his impressive list of career accomplishments. Crosby's leadership, strong two-way play and clutch scoring helped him win his first Conn Smythe trophy as playoff MVP after leading the Pittsburgh Penguins to their second title since he arrived 11 years ago. Crosby had two assists, including the pass that set up Kris Letang's game-winner as Pittsburgh beat the San Jose Sharks 3-1 Sunday night to win the title in six games.


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