Malkin Aims to Extend Hot Streak in Penguins vs. Blues Game
On Monday, the NHL features two games, including a matchup between the Pittsburgh Penguins and St. Louis Blues. Fans are particularly excited to see Evgeni Malkin continue his impressive performance this season.
Malkin Aims to Extend Hot Streak Against Blues
Evgeni Malkin has been a standout player for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who currently hold a record of 6-2-1. In his 20th season in the NHL, Malkin is on a six-game point streak. During this stretch, he has scored two goals and provided seven assists.
Tonight, Malkin aims to further his streak as the Penguins host the St. Louis Blues at PPG Paints Arena. The game is set to begin at 7 p.m. ET, and will be broadcasted on FDSNMW, SN-PIT, and NHLN.
Historical Context
At 39 years and 86 days old, Malkin has become the oldest player in Penguins history to achieve a six-game point streak. He surpassed the previous record held by Mark Recchi, who was 38 years and 60 days during his streak in the 2006-07 season.
Pens Dominant Power Play
The Penguins’ strong start this season is also attributed to their powerful power play, which leads the NHL with a success rate of 33.3% (8-for-24). Malkin and team captain Sidney Crosby are pivotal to this success. Malkin leads the team with five power-play points, while Crosby contributes four points, including three goals on the power play.
Struggles for the Blues
- The St. Louis Blues have struggled recently, with a record of 0-2-1 in their last three games.
- In their last outing, they suffered a disappointing 6-4 defeat against the Detroit Red Wings.
- Center Robert Thomas and forward Jake Neighbours will be absent from tonight’s game due to injuries. Thomas has an upper-body issue, while Neighbours is dealing with a lower-body injury.
As the Penguins look to build on their early-season success, eyes will be on Malkin as he attempts to extend his hot streak in a critical matchup against the Blues.
