Overview
- The 39-year-old center practiced without restrictions with the full group on Jan. 6, according to reporter Michelle Crechiolo.
- Pittsburgh placed him on injured reserve on Dec. 9 after he missed the Dallas game, and he sat out 15 regular-season contests.
- He resumed skating on Jan. 2 in a non-contact jersey before progressing to the full team session.
- Malkin said he hopes to play later this week, with the Penguins hosting the New Jersey Devils on Jan. 8.
- He has 29 points (8 goals, 21 assists) in 26 games this season, and the Penguins are fifth in the Metropolitan Division with 49 points in 41 games.