Kyle Dubas has opted to do what he never wanted to do: search for the next Mike Sullivan. The decision is as dubious as finding the next Sully will be daunting.
His traditionally respectful approach with his players when the going gets tough is no longer working. It’s time to change the public narrative, if only for change’s sake.
There’s a different approach this season, and it’s one that needed to be embraced. It won’t be popular but it might serve the franchise well in the long run.
Everyone’s anticipating a competitive training camp for a change. But unless it leads to actual change, the season ahead is destined to deliver more of the same.
They know they have to develop their next wave sooner rather than later. Development camp was an example of how hard they’re working to make it happen.
Seeking a quick fix in free agency wasn’t an option this time. But trading Sidney Crosby might be if the Pens are to contend again sooner rather than later.
