As rumors swirl about potential roster changes in Pittsburgh, longtime Penguins star Evgeni Malkin has made it clear he has no intention of leaving the franchise he’s called home for nearly two decades.

Evgeni Malkin has always been an emotional player, passionate about the game and his Pittsburgh Penguins team. Now, with his 500th career goal ceremony behind him, Malkin’s thoughts have turned to family,

Vladimir and Natalia Malkin leaves the ice after the ceremony honoring Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin 500th career goal before the start of the game against the Detroit Red Wings at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh on Wednesday,

Evgeni Malkin was visibly emotional during Wednesday’s pregame ceremony to honor his 500th NHL goal. He said that having his father Vladimir and mother Natalia by his side is what brought tears to his eyes,