Sidney Crosby
Also known as: Sid, Sid the Kid, Captain Canada
Pittsburgh Penguins captain and generational talent whose obsessive routines and aw-shucks Nova Scotia politeness made him hockey fic's defining protagonist. His two-decade partnership with Evgeni Malkin is the genre's cornerstone ship.
Other Hockey RPF Characters
Evgeni Malkin
5k works
Russian superstar center who defected dramatically to join Pittsburgh and has spent his whole career alongside Crosby. Fic adores his bilingual humor and the loyalty that kept the duo together through every rebuild.
Connor McDavid
2k works
The Edmonton Oilers captain widely considered the best hockey player of his generation, a hockey robot whose private life is a locked vault. Fic fills the blank space, most often alongside his longtime teammate Leon Draisaitl.
Leon Draisaitl
2k works
The German center who forms half of Edmonton's record-shattering duo with Connor McDavid. Draisaitl's dry humor and decade of on-ice telepathy with his captain make him hockey RPF's favorite other half.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fanfics feature Sidney Crosby?
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What are the most popular Sidney Crosby ships?
The most popular Sidney Crosby ships include Sidney Crosby/Evgeni Malkin. These pairings feature prominently in AO3 fanfiction.
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