Penguins' Coach Sullivan Faces Scrutiny Amid Team Struggles
The Pittsburgh Penguins are struggling to maintain leads and exhibit defensive carelessness, prompting calls for coach Mike Sullivan to implement a "bag skate"—a rigorous, no-puck practice—as a disciplinary measure. Despite Sullivan's reluctance to use such tactics, the team's repeated collapses suggest a need for drastic action to instill discipline and competitiveness. The article highlights the potential risks and benefits of team-wide punishments, drawing parallels with other NHL teams that have used similar strategies to motivate players.