If you’re worried about another departure from the Penguins organization, relax. They’ll be fine. Save the pitchforks for something that really matters, like scrutinizing the sixth defenseman or 12th forward spots.
Yes, Rick Tocchet, now the head coach of the Arizona Coyotes, carried a heavy load as Mike Sullivan’s top assistant, maybe the heaviest in the entire NHL.
There’s certainly been more turnover than last summer, too. No denying that. It happens, especially when you win.
But when you can replace an elite player-turned-coach who can relate to people with another elite player-turned-coach who can relate to people .