- A few weeks ago, Josh Yohe of The Athletic set the stage for a potential Evgeni Malkin trade, reporting that the Pittsburgh Penguins aren’t expected to offer him a contract beyond the 2025-26 season. Furthering that point this afternoon, Josh Getzoff, the play-by-play voice of the Penguins, indicated that General Manager Kyle Dubas will meet with Malkin and his representation regarding Malkin’s next steps with the team during next year’s Olympic break. It doesn’t necessarily guarantee a trade, as Malkin could retire in Pittsburgh after next season. Still, if he has any hopes of contending for one last Stanley Cup, he and his representation will negotiate a trade away from the Penguins by next season’s deadline.