Sidney Crosby: Details About His Contract Situation

Right now, Sidney Crosby has one year left on his contract.
Naturally, we have to wonder what will happen with the Penguins' captain, who has been at the center of much speculation for several years now.
That said, this summer has been quiet. It makes all the difference to play for a team that isn't completely terrible.
Crosby has never started a season while in the final year of his contract. Will this season be different for him, given that he doesn't want to retire in a year?
We have to assum