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It's been the longest break without playing hockey in Evgeni Malkin's career.  He sure didn't show any rust in his return.  Malkin was outstanding on Tuesday, scoring two goals and an assist with four shots playing 17:21 in the 4-1 win over the Ducks.  Everything we wanted to see from Malkin in his season debut was there.  Top power play unit?  Check.  Centering the second line?  Check.  Quality minutes?  Check.  He'll even have better linemates once Rust returns.  I'm not expecting Malkin to be a top 20 player, but top 50 certainly seems within reach given how well the Penguins power play is clicking.  If you stashed him, then you're going to make out extremely well if he can stay healthy.  Let's take a look at what else happened over the last two nights: