Turretin 0 Report post Posted June 20, 2008 Dominik Hasek once said that it takes a european player about 5 years in the NHL to care about the Stanley Cup more than Worlds or Olympics. Luckily for us, I think it's been clear the last two years that Datsyuk has hit that point. Malkin is another matter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest LivingtheDream Report post Posted June 20, 2008 (edited) I think he likes it here to be honest, the atmosphere of the NHL is way more exciting, and hopefully he has enjoyed the fame and success he has accomplished. For any Malkin lover, maybe a thing that could keep him here is the lovely North American ladies that he can get. Hopefully he takes that into consideration. Are you sir insinuating in some way that Russian women are not attractive? I submit this video to prove that the Russian woman is indeed quite fashionable: How the heck do you imbed a movie any way? P.S. Look what capitalism has brought! Edited June 20, 2008 by LivingtheDream Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fireside 0 Report post Posted June 20, 2008 I know he was fazed as the playoffs wore on (mainly because the Wings were able to shut him down), but I can't believe I didn't hear this quote. Anyone have a link? I don't have a link but I remember hearing him saying it too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeeRYCE 2 Report post Posted June 20, 2008 What are you basing your statement that he likes it here on? You two buddies, do you call him up and say "Malks, how's North America treating you?" I have seen the backstage antics him and his teammates pull on each other. The Pittsburgh Penguins as a team are like a family, they all seem to get along and really treat each other like brothers. Malkin is no exception to that, at least from what I have seen in locker room footage. Oh and about the ladies comment... I'm just going to assume this is him manwhoring it up in North America. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swayze 81 Report post Posted June 20, 2008 Way too many CHLs these days. lol, exactly what I was thinking when I read this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kylee 727 Report post Posted June 20, 2008 wow what a blow to Pittsburgh if this happens. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hillbillywingsfan 794 Report post Posted June 20, 2008 Does anyone know if his agent has commented on the situation? I mean I'm guessing if he has, it was somewhere along the lines of "we have no comment at this time". THE GLOBE AND MAIL: Eric Duhatschek reports Malkin's agent JP Barry claims his client has no interest in returning to Russia to play and is focused instead on re-signing with the Pittsburgh Penguins despite the possibility of earning considerably more in Russia. Duhatschek also reports the new Russian league stands a better chance to sign Jaromir Jagr, who's believed interested but could opt to re-sign with the NY Rangers for less money for personal reasons. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brutus 0 Report post Posted June 20, 2008 If you'd rather be rich than in teh best league in the world, then go. with contracts like that being offered I think it is potentially debatable as to whether the NHL will continue to be the best league in the world... dont forget Ford and GM once scoffed at the idea of an upstart foreign competator gaining a foothold in the industry...look where they are now brutus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,232 Report post Posted June 20, 2008 Being paid more money to play in my home country? I'd probably take that deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grim 5 Report post Posted June 20, 2008 remember when Datsyuk pondered an offer from AK Bars? I think these offers are token and half-heartedly genuine... to help promote these foreign leagues. In the end, all it accomplishes is a leverage tactic to aid the contract talks. Personally, I'd like to see Malkin take this offer. maybe the Pens could reap a transfer payment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThreeRiversFan 0 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 Malkin has no interest in Russian offer Friday, June 20, 2008 By Dave Molinari, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette OTTAWA -- Evgeni Malkin might have a chance to become the highest-paid hockey player in the world. But he would rather, his agent said this evening, continue to play for the Penguins. A new hockey league in his native Russia reportedly is willing to give Malkin a contract that would pay him $12.5 million per year, tax-free. Doesn't matter, J.P. Barry said this evening. Malkin isn't interested in leaving, and has the framework of a new contract in place. "He's not interested in (playing in Russia)," Barry said. " He wants to stay in Pittsburgh. He wants them to keep, hopefully, as many of these players together (as possible) and he wants to try to make a run next year." Malkin is believed in line for a five- or six-year deal that will pay him roughly $8.5 million per season, well under the maximum allowed by the NHL's collective bargaining agreement. Per that labor agreement, Malkin's next contract can't be formalized until July 1 http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/08172/891435-100.stm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vangvace 12 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 hmmm... so greedy, lazy russian if he takes the deal. Idiot for turning down the large sum of money and playing in his homeland if he doesn't take it. Talk about a lose lose. The fact that the league is shotgunning contract offers out to signed players scares me a little bit. A couple of non-russian players being treated well over there could lead to some fear for the NHL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,232 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 The fact that the league is shotgunning contract offers out to signed players scares me a little bit. A couple of non-russian players being treated well over there could lead to some fear for the NHL. Cold War II, baby! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vangvace 12 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 Cold War II, baby! Yeah but who's going in the trunk at the border crossing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,232 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 Huddles, obviously. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cern 0 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 Malkin has no interest in Russian offer f***. Time to bust some kneecaps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,804 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 I have seen the backstage antics him and his teammates pull on each other. The Pittsburgh Penguins as a team are like a family, they all seem to get along and really treat each other like brothers. Malkin is no exception to that, at least from what I have seen in locker room footage. Oh and about the ladies comment... I'm just going to assume this is him manwhoring it up in North America. What does that girl have against attractive men? Malkin looks like some freaking ogre or something. That just shows you what money can buy. That girl is probably already thinking about what his future contract can do for her closet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
omnipotent_hudler 0 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 What does that girl have against attractive men? Malkin looks like some freaking ogre or something. That just shows you what money can buy. That girl is probably already thinking about what his future contract can do for her closet. yes you can clearly tell that by those pictures Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
#19=Legend 29 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 What does that girl have against attractive men? Malkin looks like some freaking ogre or something. That just shows you what money can buy. That girl is probably already thinking about what his future contract can do for her closet. Que the poster who got all offensive last time I said that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 What does that girl have against attractive men? Malkin looks like some freaking ogre or something. That just shows you what money can buy. That girl is probably already thinking about what his future contract can do for her closet. But I believe the Beatles summed it up best, "Money can't buy me love." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaKineMaui 8 Report post Posted June 21, 2008 Get it done Kenny? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeeRYCE 2 Report post Posted June 23, 2008 But I believe the Beatles summed it up best, "Money can't buy me love." Or J-Lo... Love don't buy a thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edicius 3,269 Report post Posted July 1, 2008 Looks like Malkin will be getting Crosby money. http://tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=242152&lid...os=secStory_nhl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hank 0 Report post Posted July 1, 2008 hmmm... so greedy, lazy russian if he takes the deal. Idiot for turning down the large sum of money and playing in his homeland if he doesn't take it. Talk about a lose lose. The fact that the league is shotgunning contract offers out to signed players scares me a little bit. A couple of non-russian players being treated well over there could lead to some fear for the NHL. To be honest, I couldn't care less. None of the North American superstars will ever go over there and if a few Russian's or Europeans head that way so be it. Besides, former NHLers who've played over there recently have said the arenas and conditions in the RSL (or KHL now) are so poor that the league is easily 20 years away from being anywhere near the standard the NHL employs. Let guys like Fedor Fedorov go home. They won't be missed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted July 1, 2008 Looks like Malkin will be getting Crosby money. http://tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=242152&lid...os=secStory_nhl That can't be right edi....he's just a greedy russian who only cares about money. [/sarcasm] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
