New York Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan returned to PPG Paints Arena for the first time since parting ways with the Pittsburgh Penguins this offseason. While the Rangers grabbed a 6-1 victory, Penguins fans were sure to show their appreciation for everything Sullivan had accomplished with the franchise.
Pittsburgh displayed a tribute video for Sullivan that highlighted some of his finest moments. Additionally, the fans gave the former coach a standing ovation. The Marshfield native led the Penguins to back-to-back Stanley Cup championships and earned a 409-255 record across 10 years at the helm.
Sullivan was a staple in Pittsburgh and earned the respect of several veterans who had already been with the franchise before he arrived in 2015.
“It’s not common at all,” Pittsburg