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Penguins provide key update on Evgeni Malkin contract, future in Pittsburgh
TL;DR
Evgeni Malkin expressed his desire to return to the Pittsburgh Penguins as his contract nears expiration. Penguins GM Kyle Dubas provided an update on Malkin's future with the team.
Key points
- Evgeni Malkin wants to return to the Pittsburgh Penguins
- Malkin's contract is expiring soon
- GM Kyle Dubas commented on Malkin's future
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Evgeni Malkin has made it clear that he wants to return to the Pittsburgh Penguins despite his contract being up and sending him to free agency.
On Tuesday, the Penguins added their own thoughts to the situation.
GM Kyle Dubas had this to say about Malkin, via the team:
"We had a great exit interview with Evgeni directly, and great conversations with him and his agent J.P. Barry... So we would love to have him back, and we continue to work with J.P. on it."
The Penguins, up to this point, had yet to say so explicitly that they do indeed want Malkin back for the 2026-27 season.
Malkin turns 40 at the end of July, but the Penguins are the only NHL team he's ever known.
He's coming off a season in which he had 61 points in 56 games -- 19 goals and 42 assists.
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Q&A
What did Evgeni Malkin say about his future with the Penguins?
Evgeni Malkin stated that he wants to return to the Pittsburgh Penguins despite being a free agent.
What is the status of Evgeni Malkin's contract with the Penguins?
Evgeni Malkin's contract is nearing expiration, which will send him to free agency.
What did Penguins GM Kyle Dubas say about Malkin's situation?
Penguins GM Kyle Dubas provided an update regarding Evgeni Malkin's future with the team, emphasizing the organization's thoughts on the matter.
