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He was selected second overall in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft.
15 Interesting Facts About Evgeni Malkin
A dominant Russian center, he has been a cornerstone of the Pittsburgh Penguins' success, winning multiple scoring titles, MVP awards, and three Stanley Cups.
Position
Centre, Wing, Power Play Point
Jersey
#71
Status
Active
Teams
2
Facts
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He won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's best rookie in his first season.
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He has won the Stanley Cup three times with his team.
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He was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player of the playoffs in 2009.
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He is an alternate captain for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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He began his professional career with his hometown club, Metallurg Magnitogorsk.
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He was named the tournament MVP at the 2012 IIHF World Championship.
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His NHL debut was delayed due to an international transfer dispute with his former Russian club.
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He became the fifth player in his franchise's history to record 400 assists.
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He played his 1,000th NHL game on November 23, 2022.
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He scored a goal in each of his first six NHL games, setting a modern NHL record.
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He played for Metallurg Magnitogorsk in the KHL during the 2012–13 NHL lockout, finishing third in scoring despite missing the final part of the season.
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He is the first Russian-born and Asian-born player to win the Conn Smythe Trophy.
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His 12-point lead in the 2012 Art Ross Trophy race was the largest margin of victory since 1999.
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He was named to the IIHF All-Time Russia Team in 2020, ahead of several other Russian and Soviet greats.
About Evgeni Malkin
Evgeni Malkin is a Russian professional ice hockey center and alternate captain for the Pittsburgh Penguins, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of the modern NHL era. A second overall pick in 2004, he overcame an international transfer dispute to become a perennial Art Ross, Hart, and Conn Smythe Trophy winner, leading the Penguins to three Stanley Cup championships. Known for his elite offensive abilities and firm balance, he has amassed over 1,300 career NHL points.
Career Achievements & Milestones
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Stanley Cup Champion
2009
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Art Ross Trophy
2009
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Conn Smythe Trophy
2009
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Hart Memorial Trophy
2012
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IIHF World Championship MVP
2012
Player Information & Stats
Detailed career statistics and background information about Evgeni Malkin.
Player Info
Country: Russia
Position: Centre, Wing, Power Play Point
Jersey #: 71
Status: Active
Age: 39 years old
Physical Stats
Height: 6' 5" (196 cm)
Weight: 213 lbs (97 kg)
Born: Magnitogorsk, Russian SFSR
Career Stats
Seasons: 22
Goals: 514
Assists: 832
Points: 1346
Teams: 2
Drafted: 2004
Round: 1st
Teams & Career
Metallurg Magnitogorsk Pittsburgh Penguins
Evgeni Malkin plays for 2 different teams during his 22 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2004.