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Was Signing Malkin the Best Thing for the Penguins?

Yeah, I know. What a terrible question to pose. Especially regarding one of the four greatest players ever to don the black and gold.

Evgeni Malkin’s on-ice achievements are staggering. To record them for posterity, two Art Ross Trophies, a Hart Trophy, a Conn Smythe Trophy, a Lester B. Pearson Award and a Calder Trophy. Three Stanley Cups and four Finals appearances. A mind-boggling 444 goals, 702 assists and 1146 points in 981 regular-season games. Sixty-seven postseason goals and 180 points.

In many ways, he’s been the Pens’ emotional heart and soul, not to mention a great teammate.