CRANBERRY, Pa. -- Sidney Crosby and Mike Matheson worked out on the ice at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex Monday, but for a change, Crosby's presence wasn't the headline.
That's because Evgeni Malkin, who is recovering from knee surgery, made a least a brief appearance, and even participated in a drill with Crosby and Matheson.
Malkin spent most of his time by himself, not seeming to unduly exert himself very often.
Regardless, his return to the ice appears to be a significant step in his recovery from the offseason operation.
The latest projection from the Penguins is that he is not expect to dress for a game until at least December.