NHL news: Penguins' Evgeni Malkin slashes opponent across the face, gets ejected
Fox News • • general
Key Points:
- Pittsburgh Penguins star Evgeni Malkin was ejected during the second period of a 5-1 loss to the Buffalo Sabres after slashing Rasmus Dahlin across the face following a confrontation.
- Malkin received a cross-checking penalty, a five-minute major for slashing, and was ejected, while Dahlin was penalized for cross-checking; Sabres scored on the ensuing power play.
- Malkin has a history of suspensions and will face a hearing with the NHL’s Player Safety Department; Penguins rely heavily on him due to Sidney Crosby's injury.
- Penguins players acknowledged Malkin's importance to the team and expressed hope that he will not face a lengthy suspension, emphasizing the team's depth
