Evgeni Malkin (15G-24A-39Pts) continued his surge for the NHL points lead, collecting three assists and moving into a four way tie for first in the league with 39 points. Malkin assisted on all three Penguin goals, leading Pittsburgh to a 3-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.  Malkin has been on a tear since Sidney Crosby has been out of the lineup, recording 15 points in his last six games. Malkin extended his points streak to six games and has 9 multi-point games in his last 14 games.

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