Several sources have recently spoken out about Evgeni Malkin's future in Pittsburgh, and the least we can say is that it's not very promising.
Here are three reliable sources, all pointing in the same direction (as we reported yesterday):
1- Ray Ferraro (TSN):
2- Rob Rossi (Penguins Reporter for The Athletic):
3- Elliotte Friedman (Sportsnet)
Reporter Rob Rossi went on to say that Malkin reportedly received a ridiculous offer from the Penguins, a three-year, $5 million per season contract offer. In addition to being controversial, the offer reportedly even angered team captain Sidney Crosby...
Today, it was finally the turn of the main interested party to speak about these rumours and his future (in Pittsburgh):
And the star forward adds this:
He's sending a clear message. He wants to come back to Pittsburgh, along with Crosby and Letang, but for that to happen, he'll need the cooperation of the bosses.
Malkin, 35, is coming off a contract paying $9.5 million a season. He has 42 points (20 goals) in 41 games this season and 6 points in 7 playoff games.
In light of all this, where would you see him next year?
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17 MAI | 461 ANSWERS Possible departure from Pittsburgh and controversial offer: Evgeni Makin comments and sends a clear message Do you think Evgeni Malkin will be back in Pittsburgh next year? | ||
Yes | 186 | 40.3 % |
No | 275 | 59.7 % |
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