Rangers on the Cusp of Hiring Mike Sullivan as Next Head Coach

As per sources, including Emily Kaplan of ESPN, “The New York Rangers are in advanced contract talks to name Mike Sullivan head coach, sources told @KevinWeekes & me. It is expected to be one of the richest coaching contracts in NHL history.”

It is speculated that he could receive in the neighborhood of $7 million or more to take over the coaching duties, following his $5.5 million salary with the Penguins.

The Rangers haven’t confirmed or announced anything officially yet, but it sounds like a deal is nearly done and he will become the 38th head coach in franchise history.

Sullivan was one of the more intriguing coaching names on the market, having won two Stanley Cups with Pittsburgh during his decade with the club. Few thought the Penguins would let him go, meaning everyone was aware he wouldn’t remain available long.

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