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Sidney Crosby Gifts Signed Stick to France's Junca After Loss

2/18/2026

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During the Olympic Winter Games in Milan, France goaltender Julian Junca asked Canadian captain Sidney Crosby for his stick after a 10-2 loss.
Crosby signed the stick and gave it to Junca.
Julian Junca turned 28 on February 15.
Junca said he admired Crosby's impact on hockey and young players.
France's communications team shared the moment on social media.

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During the Olympic Winter Games in Milan, France goaltender Julian Junca asked Canadian captain Sidney Crosby for his stick after a 10-2 loss.
Crosby signed the stick and gave it to Junca.
Julian Junca turned 28 on February 15.
Junca said he admired Crosby's impact on hockey and young players.
France's communications team shared the moment on social media.