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Mike Sullivan Sends Rangers Fans a Beautiful Message After Shocking Departure from Pittsburgh

Now that Mike Sullivan is the new coach of the Rangers, he sent the fans a very lovely message, which is still a major shock to those in Pittsburgh. Mike Sullivan's first press conference as New York Rangers head coach gave all the usual words coaches use, but under all the blather were some messages that needed to be sent.

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Pittsburgh Penguins 2025 free agency outlook

Who could be leaving the Penguins this summer? On July 1 the NHL’s free agency market will open, but teams will have to prepare and plan for their moves in the weeks to come.

Rickard Rakell News / Pensburgh / May 8

2024-25 Season In Review: Rickard Rakell

It not only ended up being a bounce back year for Rickard Rakell, it also turned out to be a career season. Player: Rickard Rakell Born: May 5, 1993 (age 32) Height: 6’1 Weight: 191 pounds Hometown: Sundbyberg, Sweden Shoots: Right Draft: First-round pick (No.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Last Word On Sports / May 7

Evaluating the Penguins’ Top Head Coach Options After Sullivan’s Exit

After a nearly decade-long tenure with the Pittsburgh Penguins, head coach Mike Sullivan has parted ways with the club. The head coach is best known in Pittsburgh for his contributions to the team in the 2015-16, and 2016-17 seasons, where he led the Penguins to back-to-back Stanley Cups.

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The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

How many NHL players who have scored 60 goals in a season can you name in five minutes?

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pensburgh / May 7

2025 NHL Draft: Post-lottery mock drafts are rolling in for the Penguins

Who could be around for the Penguins to pick at No. 11? Now that the first round order is set for the NHL’s upcoming draft, it’s officially mock draft season.

Noel Acciari News / Pensburgh / May 7

2024-25 Season in Review: Noel Acciari

A rugged bottom-six forward turned in another satisfactory performance in 2024-25. Player: Noel Acciari Born: Dec. 1, 1991 (33 years old) Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 209 pounds Hometown: Johnston, Rhode Island, U.S.

Mike Sullivan News / Last Word On Sports / May 6

Head Coach Mike Sullivan Returns to Lead Rangers into New Era

Mike Sullivan’s return to the New York Rangers as head coach marks the beginning of a pivotal era for the Rangers. This team has long struggled to balance its veteran core with a developing youth movement.

Kris Letang News / Pensburgh / May 6

On this date in Penguins history: Kris Letang keeps the Pens alive vs. the Caps

Sixteen years ago today, Kris Letang kept the Penguins alive. Sixteen years ago today, a young Kris Letang played the role of hero for the Penguins as the Washington Capitals nearly put them on the ropes in the first of several playoff series between the two rivals in the Crosby-Ovechkin era.

Philip Tomasino News / Pensburgh / May 6

2024-25 Season in Review: Philip Tomasino

Tomasino heading into restricted free agency after his first season with the Pens. Player: Philip Tomasino Born: July 28, 2001 (Age 23 season) Height:

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pensburgh / May 5

Penguins narrowly miss out on winning lottery draft, end up picking 11th

The Pens come close, but narrowly miss out as the Islanders win the draft lottery The Pittsburgh Penguins came oh, so, close to getting the first overall pick by way of winning the lottery draft on Monday night.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 5

Rangers' swing on new HC Mike Sullivan is well worth the risk

It's likely of little surprise to many hockey fans that the New York Rangers landed Mike Sullivan as their next head coach. He wasn't even on the market for an entire week.

Rangers reel in two-time Cup winner Sullivan

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The '500 NHL goals club' quiz

Sidney Crosby News / Athlon Sports / May 5

Sidney Crosby to Team Up With Familiar Face After Major Announcement

Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby recently wrapped up his 20th NHL season and missed the Stanley Cup playoffs for only the fourth time in his career.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / May 5

Could Crosby request a trade after Penguins parted ways with Sullivan?

Could Sidney Crosby request a trade after Penguins parted ways with Mike Sullivan?

For a mailbag published on Monday, Penguins insider Josh Yohe of The Athletic touched upon whether or not Crosby could request a trade following Sullivan's departure.

Penguins star joins Team Canada for upcoming IIHF World Championship

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Elliotte Friedman Drops Bombshell Hint About MacKinnon's True Intentions for Crosby This Summer

Sidney Crosby has limited time left in the NHL, and now it appears Nathan MacKinnon could use their time with Team Canada to lure him to the Western Conference.

Sidney Crosby News / Athlon Sports / May 5

Penguins React to Sidney Crosby's IIHF World Championship Move

Sidney Crosby’s 20th NHL season ended without a playoff berth for the Pittsburgh Penguins. For the third straight spring, the franchise's longtime captain watched the postseason from afar.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pensburgh / May 5

It’s draft lottery day! Time, odds and everything to know about where the Penguins stand

Teams will see their futures set by the luck of the lottery tonight Today is the big day for the 16 teams in the NHL that did not make the playoffs this season.

Bryan Rust News / Pensburgh / May 5

2024-25 Season in Review: Bryan Rust

As consistent as ever, Bryan Rust reached new heights with a career best season in 2024-25. Player: Bryan Rust Born: May 11, 1992 (Age 32 season) Height:

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 4