Nov 21, 2019; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Islanders defenseman Ryan Pulock (6) and Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) battle for position during the third period at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports
At puck drop, we found out that the Pittsburgh Penguins would be without star center Evgeni Malkin. After picking up an injury in the Pens season finally, Malkin was already a doubt to play today. Now it’s confirmed. So, is his absence an advantage for the New York Islanders?
On paper it sure it. Over his career, Malkin has 169 points n 166 career playoffs games.