MOSCOW, July 9 Russian striker of the National Hockey League (NHL) club» Pittsburgh» Evgeni Malkin is upset by the lack of progress in negotiations to extend the contract, The Athletic reports, citing the hockey player's friends and his teammates. Malkin's contract with Pittsburgh expires in July, he can become an unrestricted free agent. In 2013, the Russian signed a contract with Pittsburgh for 8 years starting from the 2014/15 season for a total of $ 76 million. «He only wants to play in Pittsburgh and does not understand why he is not signed. He said:» They I'm not considered a good player, why?» One of Malkin's friends told the publication on condition of anonymity. «I'm worried about how this happens. This looks bad. From what I know of what's going on, Gino deserves more,» added one of Malkin's teammates.
