Evgeni Malkin's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Evgeni Malkin. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Evgeni Malkin, nicknamed "Geno", is a Russian professional ice hockey centre and alternate captain for the Pittsburgh Penguins of the NHL. He began his career with Metallurg Magnitogorsk before being drafted second overall by the Penguins in 2004. After a transfer dispute, he joined the NHL in 2006. Malkin is considered one of the greatest NHL players of the modern era and a key component of the Penguins' success.

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1917: NHL Record

In 2006, Evgeni Malkin set a modern NHL record when he scored a goal in each of his first six games. No player had achieved this feat since the NHL's inaugural 1917–18 season.

1985: Calder Memorial Trophy

In 2006, Evgeni Malkin finished his rookie season with 33 goals, 52 assists and 85 points in 78 games played, leading all first-year players and capturing the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's top rookie, the second Penguin to win the award after Mario Lemieux in 1985.

1992: First to lead both regular season and playoffs since Mario Lemieux

In 2009, Malkin tallied 36 points to become the first player to lead both the regular season and playoffs in scoring since Mario Lemieux accomplished the feat in 1992.

1993: Highest Playoff Total since Wayne Gretzky

In 2009, Malkin tallied 36 points to become the first player to lead both the regular season and playoffs in scoring since Mario Lemieux accomplished the feat in 1992. His 36 points were the highest playoff total of any player since Wayne Gretzky amassed 40 points in 1993.

1999: Largest Margin of Victory Since 1999

In 2012, Evgeni Malkin's 12-point lead was the largest margin of victory since 1999.

2003: Malkin's first international appearance with Russia

In 2003, Evgeni Malkin made his first international appearance with Russia at the IIHF World U18 Championships in Yaroslavl, contributing to a bronze medal victory with nine points in six games.

2004: Malkin named Russia's U18 captain

In 2004, Evgeni Malkin was named captain of Russia's U18 team for the IIHF World U18 Championships, leading the team to a gold medal in the tournament and contributing eight points.

2005: Malkin wins silver medal at World Junior Championships

In 2005, Evgeni Malkin finished second in team scoring at the World Junior Championships, contributing to Russia's silver medal victory, where they lost to Canada in the gold medal game. He also debuted with the Russian men's team at the World Championships.

November 2006: Injunction Denied

On 15 November 2006, the motion for an injunction against Evgeni Malkin was denied, allowing him to continue playing in the NHL.

2006: Malkin Competes in Multiple International Tournaments

In 2006, Evgeni Malkin represented Russia in three major international competitions: the World Junior Championships, where he was named top forward and MVP, the Winter Olympics in Turin, where the team finished fourth, and the World Championship, where he led Russia in scoring.

2006: Tournament MVP in World Junior Championships

In 2006, Evgeni Malkin was named tournament MVP in the IIHF World Junior Championships.

February 2007: Lawsuit Dismissed

In February 2007, the antitrust lawsuit against Evgeni Malkin was ultimately dismissed by the District Court.

2007: Malkin plays at the World Championships

In 2007, following his NHL rookie season, Evgeni Malkin played for Russia at the World Championships, achieving a personal best of ten points in the tournament. He played on the first line with Ilya Kovalchuk and Alexander Frolov, and captured his second World Championships bronze medal.

October 2008: 200th NHL Point

On 18 October 2008, Evgeni Malkin scored his 200th NHL point with an assist to Sidney Crosby.

2008: Stanley Cup Final and Hart Trophy Nomination

In 2008, Evgeni Malkin helped lead Pittsburgh to the Stanley Cup Final and was a runner-up for the Hart Memorial Trophy, awarded to the NHL's most valuable player during the regular season.

June 2009: Stanley Cup Victory and Conn Smythe Trophy

On 12 June 2009, the Penguins won the Stanley Cup, and Evgeni Malkin received the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.

2009: Penguins won Stanley Cup

In 2016, the Penguins clinched the Stanley Cup for the first time since 2009.

2010: Malkin at the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Games and IIHF World Championship

In 2010, Evgeni Malkin participated in the Vancouver Olympic Games, leading the tournament in points-per-game average but Russia lost to Canada in the quarter-finals. He also played in the IIHF World Championship, securing a spot on the All-star team and winning a silver medal.

2010: Season Performance

Malkin played 67 games in the 2009–10 season and recorded 28 goals, 49 assists and 77 points.

2012: Hart Trophy and Ted Lindsay Award

In 2012, Evgeni Malkin was awarded the Hart Trophy and Ted Lindsay Award, awarded to the best player as voted on by the players, after winning the Art Ross Trophy for the second time.

2012: Malkin wins gold at the 2012 IIHF World Championship

In 2012, Evgeni Malkin was named MVP, best forward, and to the All-Star team at the IIHF World Championship, scoring 11 goals and 8 assists. He led the scoring league with 19 points, setting a new record for Russian players and securing a gold medal for Russia.

2012: MVP in IIHF World Championships

In 2012, Evgeni Malkin was named the tournament MVP for the IIHF World Championship event.

October 2014: Recorded 400th career assist

On October 30, 2014, Evgeni Malkin recorded his 400th career assist on a Chris Kunitz goal in a 3–0 victory over the Los Angeles Kings.

April 2015: Played 100th career playoff game

On April 22, 2015, Evgeni Malkin played his 100th career playoff game against the New York Rangers.

October 2016: Recorded 300th Career NHL Goal

On October 29, 2016, Evgeni Malkin recorded his 300th career NHL goal in a 5–4 win over the Philadelphia Flyers.

February 2017: Recorded 500th Career Assist

On February 17, 2017, Evgeni Malkin recorded his 500th career assist on a goal by Ian Cole in a 2–1 overtime loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets.

April 2018: Recorded 100th career playoff assist

On April 15, 2018, in game three of the opening round of the 2018 playoffs, Evgeni Malkin recorded his 100th career playoff assist on a Justin Schultz goal in a 5–1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers.

2019: Malkin in the 2019 IIHF World Championship

In 2019, Evgeni Malkin participated in the IIHF World Championship, contributing an assist on Russia's game-winning goal against Team USA. Russia lost their semifinal game and won the bronze medal.

2020: Named to IIHF All-Time Russia Team

In 2020, Evgeni Malkin was named to the IIHF All-Time Russia Team.

2020: Malkin Named to IIHF All-Time Russian National Team

In 2020, Evgeni Malkin was selected for the IIHF All-Time Russian National Team, an honor bestowed in recognition of the 100-year anniversary of the IIHF World Championships, placing him among Russian and Soviet hockey legends.

October 2024: Milestones achieved in October

In October 2024, Evgeni Malkin achieved several milestones, including recording his 800th career assist, his 1,300th NHL point, and his 500th career goal on October 16th against Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen of the Buffalo Sabres.