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Report: Malkin to be suspended for 4 games

According to a recent report, Evgeni Malkin is going to be suspended for 4 games following a cross-checking incident that occurred during Sunday’s game against the Nashville Predators.

The Post-Gazette’s Mike DeFabo reports that Malkin will be suspended for 4 games after having a hearing on Monday night.

Per source, Evgeni Malkin will be suspended four games by the NHL Department of Player Safety for cross-checking Mark Borowiecki in the face.

Here's more on what it means for the Penguins.https://t.co/eeS2JELB0P— Mike DeFabo (@MikeDeFabo) April 12, 2022

During Sunday’s game, Malkin cross-checked Predators defenseman Mark Borowiecki in the face after the two exchanged blows.