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Penguins Lose Game and Star Player Evgeni Malkin
Crosby already on IR, now Malkin injured in latest setback for struggling Pittsburgh team.
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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The Pittsburgh Penguins have faced a string of injuries this season, first losing star center Sidney Crosby to a suspected right leg injury, and now star forward Evgeni Malkin has also gone down with an unspecified injury sustained during the team's latest loss.
Why it matters
The Penguins have been one of the NHL's elite teams for over a decade, led by the dynamic duo of Crosby and Malkin. Losing both players to injury at the same time is a major blow to the team's playoff hopes, as they try to navigate a competitive Metropolitan Division without their two best players.
The details
Malkin was injured during the Penguins' 4-2 loss to an opponent. The nature and severity of Malkin's injury have not been disclosed by the team, but he was unable to finish the game after sustaining the injury. This comes just a week after Crosby was placed on injured reserve with a suspected right leg injury, leaving the Penguins without their two franchise centers.
- Crosby was placed on injured reserve last week with a suspected right leg injury.
- Malkin was injured during the Penguins' 4-2 loss on March 6, 2026.
The players
Sidney Crosby
The Penguins' longtime captain and one of the NHL's all-time great players, Crosby was recently placed on injured reserve with a suspected right leg injury.
Evgeni Malkin
A star center for the Penguins and one of the team's two franchise players, along with Crosby. Malkin was injured during the team's latest loss.
What they’re saying
“Losing both Crosby and Malkin at the same time is a huge blow to our team. We'll have to find a way to weather the storm and keep our playoff hopes alive.”
— Mike Sullivan, Head Coach, Pittsburgh Penguins (monvalleyindependent.com)
What’s next
The Penguins will need to rely on their depth players to step up in the absence of Crosby and Malkin. The team's medical staff will continue to evaluate the injuries to determine recovery timelines for the two stars.
The takeaway
The Penguins' injury woes have put their playoff aspirations in jeopardy, as they try to navigate a tough Metropolitan Division without their two franchise centers. The team's depth and ability to overcome adversity will be tested in the coming weeks.
