Evgeni Malkin is one of the best players of his generation, a future Hall of Famer, three-time Stanley Cup winner, seven-time All-Star, Con Smythe trophy winner, Hart Memorial trophy winner, and Ted Lindsay Award winner.

Evgeni Malkin declined to speak to reporters following the Pittsburgh Penguins’ final regular-season game. And his immediate hockey future has remained a mystery. “Tomorrow!” he shouted as he declined to address the few of us still chasing the flightless birds from arena to arena across the North American continent.

Evgeni Malkin's 20th season with the Pittsburgh Penguins will apparently be his last. While it is uncertain whether or not Malkin will continue to play after next season, the Penguins are not expected to offer him another contract,