Elliotte Friedman shares details around Mike Sullivan's 8-figure contract with Rangers - "North of Babcock's number"
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Elliotte Friedman shares details around Mike Sullivan's 8-figure contract with Rangers - "North of Babcock's number"
The New York Rangers have hired Mike Sullivan as their new coach on Friday. The move was expected, as Chris Drury, the team's general manager, had been hoping to land Sullivan for years.
Chris Drury’s dream coach presents a Rangers’ quandary
Chris Drury’s known affinity for Mike Sullivan makes the two-time Stanley Cup champion coach the anticipated choice. But while the Rangers may be the perfect fit for Sullivan, but that doesn’t necessarily mean he will be the perfect fit for the Rangers.
Mike Sullivan Takes on the New York Rangers
Following a subpar season, the New York Rangers released Peter Laviolette from his coaching position on April 19. On April 29, Mike Sullivan and the Pittsburgh Penguins parted ways. Following this, the Rangers presented an offer he found impossible to refuse. With a five-year contract, he’s now the highest-paid coach in NHL history. Who would refuse that? Sullivan’s history includes time with the Rangers. Between 2009 and 2013, John Tortorella’s…
Blueshirt Banter Roundtable: Who Should Be the Next New York Rangers Head Coach?
Editor's Note: This Blueshirt Banter Roundtable on the next New York Rangers head coach was assembled before anyone knew that the Pittsburgh Penguins and Mike Sullivan were parting ways. Suffice it to say, with Sullivan now an option for the Rangers, many of us now believe he'll be the next Rangers coach. But enjoy this Roundtable anyway!The brief Peter Laviolette era in New York is over. After setting a franchise record for wins (55) and points…
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