Shocking report surfaces on Pittsburgh Penguins star player leaving the NHL
Big changes might be coming for the Pittsburgh Penguins as star center Evgeni Malkin plans to return to Russia, potentially leaving the NHL soon.
Sports commentator Mark Madden revealed that Malkin doesn't see his future in the NHL and wants to finish his career in Russia.
This news comes as defenseman Kris Letang explores opportunities to play in Quebec, and Sidney Crosby has yet to sign a new contract with the Penguins.
His departure could happen as soon as this season if contract talks fail, possibly leading to a trade if the Penguins are out of playoff contention.
«I've been told (Malkin) won't be back after this year � that he'll go to Russia and forgo the last year of his deal,» Madden said. «How does that impact Sid? Does Sid know? I bet he does. And I heard there were discussions about trying to get Letang to Montreal at Letang's request, but nothing came of that. So I don't know where this is headed.»
This shift could significantly change the team's rebuilding plans, marking the end of an era for the Penguins as they navigate potential exits from their star players.
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