“-Malkin set to take Pens-friendly extension-”
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OTTAWA — Sidney Crosby cracked the door open last July.
Evgeni Malkin wants to rip it from its hinges next month to allow teammates - specifically impending unrestricted free agent Marian Hossa - a clear path toward long-term futures with the Penguins.
Malkin’s agent, JP Barry, said Friday his client would follow the precedent set by Crosby last summer and sign a long-term extension at less than his presumed market value to provide the Penguins salary cap space necessary to remain a Stanley Cup contender.
“He wants to stay in Pittsburgh and keep as many of these players together and try and make a run next year,” Barry said prior to the first round of the NHL Entry Draft at Scotiabank Place.
Thanks for the ping. Things are looking good for the Penguins. The players who show loyalty will find an incredible amount returned by their fans.