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Not only has Malkin hit a new level on the ice, but he might be taking huge strides forward thanks to some special fans in the crowd." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "For the first time in a number of years, Malkin’s parents are back in the United States and watching their son do everything he can to help the Penguins win." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "In the Penguins’ most recent win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, Malkin scored a pair of goals in the second period. Both times television cameras made sure to cut to Malkin’s parents to witness their excitement." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "After Malkin’s second goal, cameras caught Malkin’s parents getting emotional over the game their son was having. Malkin’s father pulled out a handkerchief to wipe his eyes and nose, while his mother was seen wiping tears from her eyes." } }, { "id": "mlqbjj84-go4vo2ay", "type": "embed", "data": { "service": "twitter", "source": "https://twitter.com/penguins/status/1776683230197940555", "embed": "https://platform.twitter.com/embed/Tweet.html?id=1776683230197940555", "caption": "" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Malkin’s parents have been in town for two games this year and both times Malkin has potted a pair of goals. Does Malkin play with a little extra energy when his parents are in town?" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "“Geno’s family means a lot to him,” head coach Mike Sullivan said. “When his parents are in town, I think he clearly wants to be at his best.”" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Malkin has been one of the hottest Penguins since his parents made it to Pittsburgh. In six games Malkin has scored six goals and three assists for nine points." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "“I don’t think there is any doubt in my mind when his parents are here,” Sullivan said. “I think he’s at his very best. I don’t think there is any question that his parents are a big part of it.”" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Malkin says his parents will be around until the end of the regular season and he is hopeful there is a playoff run to stick around for. Thanks to their big win over the Lightning, the Penguins momentarily have a spot in the playoffs. Perhaps Malkin’s parents really are the good luck charm." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Make sure you bookmark Inside the Penguins for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Penguins Back in Playoff Spot After Big Win" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Ref Leaves Penguins Game on Stretcher" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Penguins vs Lightning: Sticking With What Works" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Penguins Send Forward to AHL for Conditioning" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Penguins Watch Playoff Odds Spike" } }, { "type": "list", "data": { "style": "unordered", "items": [ "Subscribe to Inside the Penguins on YouTube", "Follow Inside the Penguins on Twitter: @InsidePenguins" ] } } ] }

Penguins Star's Parents Get Emotional During Big Game