Crosby Out of Pens' Lineup 6-8 Weeks

For six to eight weeks, Sidney Crosby will find himself in an unfamiliar place – off the ice.

The Pittsburgh Penguins superstar center was re-evaluated by Pittsburgh Penguins team doctor Chip Burke on Tuesday morning and further testing confirmed a right high ankle sprain – the most-serious injury of Crosby's hockey career, in terms of recovery time.

"It's not something I have really had to deal with before.  It's new.  I don't know if it's really set in yet," a solemn Crosby said.  "It's been tough watching the last couple games, but I think it's going to be pretty tough as we go along here.

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