Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin experienced a burglary at his home on Saturday, coinciding with the team's game against the Ottawa Senators. Reports indicate that Malkin's three Stanley Cup rings were among the valuable items stolen. The Penguins organization acknowledged the incident without providing detailed information, emphasizing their cooperation with local authorities and the request for privacy by Malkin.
Despite not participating in the game due to an upper-body injury, Malkin returned to the ice on Tuesday, contributing an assist in a match against Seattle. This incident follows a troubling trend of high-profile athlete home invasions, raising concerns over personal security among professional sports figures.