El Sid is cleared...for practice that is.

It's a miracle.  The hockey gods have finally heard our pleas.  And, no...this isn't an April Fools joke. 

Doctor's have cleared Sidney Crosby to start practicing with the team.  Yes, kids, I said he is going to finally start practicing with other human beings.  The plan is to join the team for their trip to Florida. 

This couldn't come at a better time.  The season is almost done and the playoffs are about to begin.  The Pens will most likely be facing the Lightning in the first round and without some more firepower, there is no way I see them getting to the second round. 

Sure, he is going to be rusty and maybe looking a couple steps behind.  But I would take a half-Crosby over none any day of the week. 

Is it playoff time yet?

(hey look...a post about something other than a box break!!)