Evgeni Malkin's Home Burglarized, Rings Stolen

Evgeni Malkin, star center for the Pittsburgh Penguins, had his home burglarized over the weekend, with three Stanley Cup championship rings stolen. The break-in occurred while the Penguins played against the Ottawa Senators, and Malkin was not home at the time. Fortunately, the rings were later recovered inside his residence, though the investigation remains active. Reports indicate that the security system was down during the burglary, allowing the thieves to break in through the back door and access an open safe. This incident is part of a troubling trend where high-profile athletes are targeted, with the FBI recently warning about organized theft groups focusing on their homes. Malkin's team has requested privacy as they cooperate with local police during the investigation.