Malkin penalized for stick incident in NHL game vs Buffalo
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Evgeni Malkin received a five-game suspension from the NHL following a match penalty for hitting an opponent in the face with his stick during a game against the Buffalo Sabres. The suspension affects Malkin's availability for the Pittsburgh Penguins in upcoming matches. This disciplinary action follows his ejection from the game due to the incident.
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- •Evgeni Malkin was penalized with a match penalty on March 6, 2026, for striking an opponent's face with his stick.
- •The incident occurred during an NHL game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Buffalo Sabres.
- •Malkin was ejected from the game on March 6, 2026, after receiving a game misconduct penalty.
- •The NHL officially suspended Malkin for five games on March 7, 2026, as a result of the incident.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the NHL extends Malkin's suspension Malkin will miss more games, further weakening the Pittsburgh Penguins' offensive lineup.
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