A native of West Seneca, New York, Malone (6'0", 190 lbs., 4/30/1995) recently completed his senior season at Harvard University (ECAC), where he ranked third on the team with 42 points (18+27) in 36 games played. He finished his collegiate career with 99 points (42+57) and a plus-31 rating in 115 games.
Drafted by the Sabres in the sixth round (159th overall) of the 2013 NHL Draft, Malone was named the Ivy League's Co-Rookie of the Year following the 2013-14 season and earned All-ECAC Tournament Team honors this season.