The play happened in the 3rd period, with about 6-minutes left. As Sean Kuraly headed up the ice with the puck, Malkin tried to pinch off his route. Kuraly made a move to get around Malkin, but Malkin lifted his arm catching Kuraly up high.
Malkin was issued a 2-minute minor on the play. Kuraly appeared immediately upset, but appeared to calm down after a few words from Malkin.
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23 MARS | 80 ANSWERS Evgeni Malkin throws a VERY questionable hit on Sean Kuraly Is Evgeni Malkin a Hall of Famer? | ||
Yes | 62 | 77.5 % |
No | 18 | 22.5 % |
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