‘Leading by example in every possible way’: McDavid gets big compliment from Crosby

Team Canada skated at the practice rink at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena on Tuesday. --- Connor McDavid leads the Olympic tournament in scoring with nine points, but Team Canada’s top-line centre is contributing in so many ways beyond just goals and assists. “I mean, he’s doing everything,” said captain Sidney Crosby. “Whether it’s with the puck, without the puck, [being] physical, he’s leading by example in every possible way. He’s poised. Guys have taken some runs at him, he just continues to play. He’s shown a lot of focus that way. He’s been leading the way for sure.” McDavid’s laser focus has been evident from the moment he landed in Milan. He landed a big hit on his first shift...