Evgeni Malkin Suspended Five Games for Dangerous Slash on Rasmus Dahlin

The NHL suspended Evgeni Malkin for five games following a dangerous slash to the head of Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin during Thursday's game. Malkin, who was assessed a major penalty and game misconduct, will forfeit $158,854.15 in salary and remain ineligible until March 16 against Colorado. This suspension is a major blow to the Penguins, who are already playing without captain Sidney Crosby. Malkin has recorded 13 goals and 47 points in 46 games this season.