In an NHL regular season showdown with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin delivered a goal and an assist, contributing key offense for his team.
According to a statistics portal, this scoring play helped the 37-year-old Russian veteran maintain his 51st spot on the all-time sniper list in league history. Across 1,122 NHL regular-season games, Malkin has tallied 489 goals and 788 assists, reaching a combined 1,277 points in his illustrious career.
On the all-time scoring board, Alex Delvecchio sits 37th with 1,281 points across 1,550 NHL appearances, a benchmark many players aspire to reach. This season, Malkin appeared in 60 games, posting 18 goals and 30 assists, showcasing his consistency and veteran savvy when the Penguins need a scoring touch or a timely setup play.
The contest against Columbus ended with a 5–3 victory for Pittsburgh, a result that reflected the team’s offensive balance and Malkin’s continued ability to influence play and create opportunities for his teammates.
Earlier reports noted that Evgeny Kuznetsov was undergoing training at a Washington farm club, highlighting the ongoing development pathways for top players looking to refine their game during times of transition or roster adjustments.