Malkin scored a goal on three shots in Monday's 5-1 win over the Kings.

Malkin notched an assist and two hits in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Kraken.

Malkin (upper body) was activated from injured reserve Tuesday, per the NHL media site.

Malkin (upper body) will be a game-time decision versus Seattle on Tuesday, according to Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff.

Malkin (upper body) was placed on inured reserve Sunday.

Malkin (upper body) isn't ready to return for Saturday's tilt against Ottawa, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports.

Malkin (upper body) is still considered day-to-day ahead of a back-to-back set against the Senators and Lightning on Saturday and Sunday, respectively, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports.

Malkin (upper body) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game versus the Oilers, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.

Malkin (upper body) will be a game-time decision for Thursday's clash with Edmonton, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff reports.

Malkin (upper body) skated Wednesday but didn't participate in line rushes, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports.