In a recent press conference, Evgeni Timkin, who serves as an assistant coach for the 'Steel Foxes' and is a former forward for Metallurg, shared insights into the relationship between the Magnitogorsk-based club and one of its most prominent alumni.
According to Timkin, the management of Metallurg maintains ongoing communication with Evgeni Malkin, the star forward currently playing for the NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins. The club continues to offer its support to the player, highlighting the enduring connection between Malkin and his former team.
This revelation underscores the lasting bonds that often exist between players and the clubs where they began their careers, even after those players have achieved international stardom in leagues like the NHL.