Malkin says his elbow is fully recovered from a postseason injury. "Everything is good," Malkin told DK Pittsburgh Sports. "Pretty strong right now. I worked all summer. Nothing wrong. I've played two exhibition games already. I feel good."

EDGE Analysis

Initially, it was feared he would require major elbow surgery but in June team doctors determined that rehabilitation would work. The fact that Malkin has already participated in two World Cup of Hockey exhibition games bodes well for his future health. He still has two cranky knees but for now everything is fine.