Brendan Brisson’s Adorable Connection to Sidney Crosby and His New Start with the Rangers

Turns out, Sidney Crosby isn’t just a hockey legend — he’s also got some babysitting experience under his belt. And guess who he used to watch over? None other than Brendan Brisson, the New York Rangers’ newest trade acquisition.

Rangers land Brendan Brisson who was once babysat by Sidney Crosby

"Yeah, I used to stay with Pat out there when Brendan was young. He had a younger brother Jordy, too. I stayed there and had to chip in every once in a while and help out," Crosby casually told reporters — as if the image of him rocking a toddler to sleep isn’t absolutely hilarious.



The New York Rangers shook things up on Thursday, trading with the Vegas Golden Knights to snag 23-year-old forward Brendan Brisson. But here's the kicker — Brisson has a wild connection to one of hockey’s biggest stars.

Brisson’s dad, Pat Brisson, isn’t just any NHL dad — he’s a powerhouse agent representing the likes of Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, Patrick Kane, and Anze Kopitar. Back in the day, when Crosby was still a fresh-faced NHL star, he used to crash at the Brisson family home during the offseasons. And what did the future Hall of Famer do in his spare time? Help babysit little Brendan and his brother Jordy.

Brendan Brisson’s NHL journey: From Crosby’s babysitting days to a fresh start with the Rangers

Brendan Brisson, a first-round pick in the 2020 NHL Draft, never really found his footing with the Golden Knights. He’s played just 24 career games, tallying eight points (two goals, six assists). This season? He’s gone scoreless in nine games — not exactly the breakout year he hoped for.

But maybe a change of scenery is exactly what he needs. With the Rangers, Brisson has a shot at more ice time and a real chance to prove himself.

Oh, and here’s a full-circle moment for you — last season, not long after making his NHL debut, Brisson scored his first-ever goal. The opponent? Sidney Crosby’s Pittsburgh Penguins. Talk about a surreal babysitter-to-rival moment.

For the Rangers, this trade is about adding young talent and building for the future. For Brisson, it’s a golden opportunity to finally make his mark in the league.

And somewhere out there, Sidney Crosby might just be watching — this time, not as a babysitter, but as a fellow NHLer keeping tabs on the kid he once helped look after.

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