A quote from Mike Sullivan on Friday stood out as he was giving an instant analysis on the season.
“There’s so much that I’m proud of this group for,” Sullivan said. “Having said that, we’re all disappointed that we’re not still playing hockey. I think the takeaway is that it’s hard to win in this league.”
On one hand, that could be cliche and empty speak at this time of year. A coach has to say that, right? Well, sure, but that also doesn’t make it untrue.
The Penguins bowed out as a top seed of the East division.