Penguins' Mike Sullivan on the Hot Seat & an Offseason Update
Also, some prospects to keep an eye on
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5 NHL Head Coaches on the Hot Seat This Season
July 13, 2024 by Michael Ostrower
In today’s NHL, premier coaching is more crucial than ever. As demonstrated by the 2024 playoffs, the importance of having a strong leader is undeniable, whether it’s assembling a well-rounded coaching staff to improve special teams or finding a bench boss who can energize the team. This emphasis on effective coaching has led front offices to be quicker in firing head coaches who aren’t delivering results, with 11 head coaches already losing their jobs in 2024. So, which head coaches are on the hot seat this season?
Penguins’ Offseason Moves Won’t Move the Needle in 2024-25
July 12, 2024 by Jordan Orth
After a 2023-24 season that saw the Pittsburgh Penguins fall short of a playoff spot for the second season in a row and the loss of their first-round pick, this offseason leads one to believe the team may end up in a similar situation next season. Heading into the offseason, general manager Kyle Dubas and the organization had just over $13 million in cap space to work with, and he made it clear he wanted to be able to get younger after having the NHL’s oldest roster last season.
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2 Penguins Prospects to Watch: Tristan Broz & Vasily Ponomarev
July 8, 2024 by Sylvie McCarthy
The offseason is in full swing and the Pittsburgh Penguins have their work cut out for them. Pittsburgh has missed the postseason for two years in a row, and general manager Kyle Dubas will be working hard this summer to try and avoid missing it for a third year. The Penguins need help in a few different areas and will no doubt be keeping a close eye on some top prospects throughout the summer.
