Malkin's first penalty was for hooking over 7 minutes into the second period. Malkin was again called for hooking exactly 3 minutes after the first hooking penalty. Then, with a little over 5 minutes left in the period, Malkin was called once again, this time for high-sticking.
While it wasn't announced, Malkin's was given a game misconduct after receiving a 10 minute misconduct for arguing a missed call with the referees in the third period. Malkin's ejection came nearly two minutes into the third period.
Despite Malkin's ejection, the Penguins remained victorious, capturing a 4-2 victory against the Flyers. This victory moves them into the second wild card spot in the playoffs.