The Pittsburgh Penguins have added David Quinn as their new assistant coach, specifically tasked with coaching the defense after the dismissal of Todd Reirden. The team has yet to announce who will handle coaching the power play, a major area of struggle with a 15.3% success rate, third worst in the league.

By the Numbers
  • David Quinn has a coaching record of 96-87-25 with the New York Rangers and 41-98-25 with the San Jose Sharks.
  • Erik Karlsson recorded 101 points, his best offensive season in 30 years, under Quinn's coaching.
Yes, But

The Penguins still face defensive issues from the previous season that Quinn will be expected to address.

State of Play
  • David Quinn reunites with Penguins Head Coach Mike Sullivan, with whom he played at Boston University.
  • Quinn's coaching strengths include personal skills in player communication and a deep understanding of the tactical aspects of hockey.
What's Next

Penguins fans are hopeful that Quinn's addition will improve the team's defense and overall performance, potentially leading to a return to the playoffs.

Bottom Line

With David Quinn joining as assistant coach, focusing on defense, the Penguins aim to address their power play struggles and benefit from his coaching expertise, especially in elevating players like Karlsson to new heights, potentially propelling the team towards playoff success.