SAN JOSE, Calif. — As the Penguins’ game against the Sharks got underway Saturday night, Ian Cole took the position that has become all too familiar for him over the past two weeks: In the press box.
Cole was a healthy scratch for the sixth consecutive game Saturday, and has not played for the Penguins since Jan. 5 against the Islanders.
Cole has been in and out of the lineup as a coach’s decision since late November, but this is the longest such stretch of the season. And while it might not be a surprise any more, Cole said after the Penguins’ practice Friday that doesn’t ease the sting much.