The Penguins are off to a rough start, to say the least. Over their last six games, they’re 0-5-1 and now sit at the bottom of the division, ranking 31st in the league, just above the Sharks. At this rate, they’re looking like a lottery team.
So, what should the Penguins do? Fire the coach? Most coaches would’ve been fired for less, so what’s the holdup?
Well, according to sources within the organization, Fenway Sports Group (the Penguins’ current owners) view Mike Sullivan as their “Bill Belichick.” So, his seat isn’t exactly hot—more like lukewarm. And you can’t exactly trade the core players like Crosby, Malkin, and Letang, who will all retire as Penguins.