Childhood and Education Journey of Evgeni Malkin in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Evgeni Malkin, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Evgeni Malkin, nicknamed "Geno", is a Russian professional ice hockey player, serving as a centre and alternate captain for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL. He initiated his hockey career with Metallurg Magnitogorsk before being drafted second overall by the Penguins in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. A transfer dispute postponed his NHL debut until 2006.

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July 1986: Evgeni Malkin's Birth

Evgeni Malkin was born on July 1986, in Magnitogorsk, Russia to Vladimir and Natalia Malkin.

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August 2006: Malkin Leaves Metallurg Training Camp

In August 2006, Evgeni Malkin left Metallurg Magnitogorsk's training camp in Helsinki to pursue his career in the NHL, claiming psychological pressure from his former club. He then met with his agent, J.P. Barry, and waited for his visa clearance from the U.S. Embassy.

2010: Played for Russia in the Winter Olympics

In 2010, Evgeni Malkin played for Russia in the Winter Olympics held in Vancouver.

February 2011: Malkin's Knee Injury and Surgery Announcement

In February 2011, Evgeni Malkin sustained a torn ACL and MCL in his right knee after a collision with Tyler Myers, sidelining him for the remainder of the 2010-11 season and playoffs. On February 9, 2011 it was announced he would undergo knee surgery, with an estimated six-month recovery period.

February 2013: Malkin suffers a concussion

On February 22, 2013, Evgeni Malkin suffered a concussion in a game against the Florida Panthers after a hit by Erik Gudbranson.

December 2013: Malkin sidelined with lower-body injuries

In December 2013, Evgeni Malkin missed two games due to a lower body injury against the San Jose Sharks on December 5, 2013, and nine games due to another lower-body injury against the Detroit Red Wings on December 14, 2013.

March 2014: Malkin Out with Foot Injury

On March 25, 2014, Evgeni Malkin was sidelined for 11 games with a foot injury sustained against the Phoenix Coyotes.

2014: Played for Russia in the Winter Olympics in Sochi

In 2014, Evgeni Malkin played for Russia in the Winter Olympics held in Sochi.

November 2015: Engagement to Anna Kasterova

In November 2015, Evgeni Malkin became engaged to Russian television personality Anna Kasterova.

2015: Malkin's Injury-Depleted Season

Evgeni Malkin had an injury-depleted 2015-16 campaign, limiting his playing time and impacting his performance. He only played 57 games with 27 goals and 31 assists for 58 points.

February 2016: Malkin sustains lower-body injury

On February 4, 2016, Evgeni Malkin sustained a lower-body injury in a game against the Ottawa Senators, causing him to miss the next 10 games.

May 2016: Birth of Son

On May 2016, Evgeni Malkin and Anna Kasterova's son was born.

November 2017: Announcement of PutinTeam Membership

In November 2017, Evgeni Malkin announced his membership of the PutinTeam social movement, launched by Alexander Ovechkin in support of Vladimir Putin.

2018: Support for Putin During Russian Presidential Election

In 2018, Evgeni Malkin and other members of the PutinTeam offered their support to Vladimir Putin during the Russian presidential election, coinciding with the World Cup in Russia.

January 2019: Malkin suffers suspected hand injury

On January 30, 2019, Evgeni Malkin suffered a suspected hand injury in a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning after a hit by Daniel Girardi, though he finished the game with two assists and a fight with Steven Stamkos.

March 2021: Malkin suffers minor knee injury

On March 16, 2021, Evgeni Malkin suffered a minor knee injury in a game against the Boston Bruins after colliding with Jarred Tinordi, causing him to miss 23 games.