Penguins' Evgeni Malkin: Returning this weekend?

Malkin (shoulder) didn't take part in Saturday's line rushes but participated on the team's power-play unit.

Analysis:

Coach Mike Sullivan wants to keep him healthy for the playoffs while Malkin would like to get his legs under him before the postseason starts. As a result, it's possible he plays in one of Pittsburgh's final two games over the weekend, probably Sunday.