Penguins' Malkin leaves game after suffering apparent leg injury; status uncertain

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin left Saturday's game against the Boston Bruins early in the first period due to injury.

Malkin took a hit along the boards from Bruins forward Chris Kelly and left for the dressing room. He returned to the game later in the first period, but was not on the bench to start the second.

Head coach Mike Johnston offered the following non-update following Pittsburgh's 2-0 loss.

The Penguins' next game is scheduled for Sunday at home to Detroit.