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Malkin goes on injured reserve
National Hockey League

Malkin goes on injured reserve

Published Feb. 26, 2013 12:00 a.m. ET

Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin has been placed on injured reserve with a concussion.

The team announced the move Monday, saying it was retroactive to Feb. 22.

The NHL's reigning MVP was diagnosed with a concussion on Sunday, two days after he slammed back-first into the end boards during a win over Florida.

Malkin, whose head snapped back when he hit the boards, initially suffered short-term memory loss, but is improving, coach Dan Bylsma said on Sunday.

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The Russian has four goals and 21 points in 18 games.

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