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Penguins Forward Evgeni Malkin Makes Heartwarming Move That's Bigger Than Hockey
Photo credit: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Pittsburgh Penguins icon and future Hall of Famer Evgeni Malkin has come through with a generous donation that goes beyond his work on the ice.
As part of his "I'm Score For Kids" charitable initiative, Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin promised to donate $710 for every point scored this year to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Pittsburgh and Morgantown.
With a total of 50 points (16G, 34A) this year, Malkin's total came out to $35,500. He and local McDonald's restaurants have donated a combined $71,000 in 2024-25 and a total of $284,000 since the initiative began in 2022.
Eleanor Reigel, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Pittsburgh and Morgantown, released the following statement of gratitude :
We are incredibly fortunate to be part of something so special. Raising both awareness and support for the Charity, this initiative is giving families the comfort they need while far from home with a sick child.
Joe Nyanko, TROA Co-Op President, also released a statement:
We're thrilled to offer our support to such a fun campaign that also has a significant impact on the work of RMHC. Knowing that families will benefit from our collaboration is a source of pride for all of us here at the Three Rivers Owners Association.
Evgeni Malkin is under contract for 1 more year
Last year after missing the playoffs for the 2nd straight year (now extended into a 3rd this year), Malkin admitted that being on a rebuilding Penguins squad is tough - but also that he has no desire to go anywhere else.
Of course. I signed (a) four-year contract. After this year, I have two more years. I want to stay here, you know? If I wanted to change teams, I probably would have changed two years ago. Again, this is my home, second home, you know? Any situation, I'm most happy here. I've had injuries. Now, it's a tough situation. I want to be here.
Malkin's contract expires next summer - will he be calling it quits in the NHL?
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