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Malkin and Karlsson in Expansion Crosshairs | Pittsburgh Penguins News
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Evgeni Malkin’s return to the Penguins on a one-year deal reignites debate over his long-term future — and what happens if the NHL expands to a 33rd team. With both Malkin and Erik Karlsson set to hit unrestricted free agency next summer, insiders suggest the Penguins could expose them in an expansion draft, strategically protecting younger players instead. The league’s push for expansion — with cities like Houston and Austin in the mix — could reshape the NHL’s roster landscape, turning Malkin’s comeback into a potential chess move for Pittsburgh’s future.
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