Penguins' Evgeni Malkin: Won't go Sunday

Malkin (upper body) will not return to the lineup for Sunday's matchup with the Hurricanes.

Analysis:

This will mark Malkin's ninth straight absence from the lineup, during which time the Penguins experienced a four-game losing streak. Geno was in pretty fine form before going down with the injury, posting 10 points and 27 shots on goal in the seven games prior, so fantasy owners will be hoping he can return to that level of play when he comes back.