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Malkin’s MVP Run to the Cup
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- Jun 12, 2026
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- 93
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Summary
Evgeni Malkin didn’t just win the Stanley Cup in 2009—he stole the spotlight as playoff MVP, scoring 36 points in 24 games and becoming one of the youngest ever to win the Conn Smythe. He almost left the trophy behind in Detroit, much to Crosby’s amusement. After promising his team he’d carry them to glory, Malkin delivered under coach Michel Therrien’s relentless belief in his potential. A slow start didn’t stop him—he exploded against Carolina with hat tricks and OT winners, powered by linemates Talbot and Fedotenko. In the Finals against Detroit, he was unstoppable, setting up the Game 7 winner and cementing his legacy as a Penguins legend and future Hall of Famer. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c08fc79dd0921e13