Sidney Crosby’s ‘great friend’ Marc-Andre Fleury reminiscence about Pittsburgh ‘one last time’ before Penguins vs. Wild’s game

The Penguins fans will get to see Marc-Andre Fleury in full goalie gear for one final time before the team faces against Wilds in the regular season.

Sidney Crosby’s ‘great friend’ Marc-Andre Fleury reminiscence about Pittsburgh ‘one last time’ before Penguins vs. Wild’s game

Sidney Crosby and Marc-Andre Fleury [Image Credit: Open Source/X]

Tuesday night will mark an emotional rollercoaster for the Pittsburgh Penguins players as they celebrate Marc-Andre Fleury’s last time at the PPG Paints Arena. The time has come for the fans to bid on their favorite all-time goalie goodbye and wish him good luck in his future endeavors.

Fleury is expected to retire after this season, which has the fans calling for a re-sign even if for a day. He is undoubtedly one of the top goalies in the National Hockey League and is famously known as ‘Flower’.

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The netminder said he does not want a flashy party or celebration; just some alone time to recollect and revisit memories. The Penguins drafted him first overall in 2003, and now in 2024 he’ll return and retire for their PPG Paints Arena stage.

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I feel like sometimes, growing older, I get a little softer than I used to with emotions. I’ll just, maybe deep breath, take a good look around to keep good memories. Like I said, I was very fortunate to play here for so long and have souvenirs from this place, so it will be nice to do it one more time.

Marc-Andre Fleury wrote on X

His old friend Sidney Crosby also spoke about their relationship and how much he loves the Wild’s goalie. He called him a “great friend”, further adding,

A great friend, someone I shared a lot of great times with and been through a lot of adversity, too. Basically growing up together in the league and trying to find our way. He means a lot to me, means a lot to the organization, and the fans.

Sidney Crosby said as per Pens Inside Scoop.
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Marc-Andre Fleury thanked the fans for showing him so much love and respect despite him changing to a different team. “Pittsburgh and its people will forever be in our hearts,” he said.

Fans emotionally get ready to bid farewell to ‘Flower’ Marc-Andre Fleury

The beloved Penguins fan, Marc-Andre Fleury, talked about how they are releasing a special edition of the netminder’s T-shirt, which will include flowers as symbolism of his nickname and a face mask.

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Marc-Andre Fleury. [Image Credit: Hockey Wilderness]

One fan on X, emotionally penned, “One of the saddest days in Penguins history was the day he went to Vegas.” Another added, “Get this man a one day contract and retire a Penguin.” Check out more reactions below:

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Apart from his extraordinary games, Marc-Andre Fleury will also be remembered for his cheerful outgoing personality, and his pranks that won the hearts of many. The game between the Minnesota Wild and Pittsburgh Penguins will take place on Tuesday night at 7 pm.