Pittsburgh Penguins finalize minor league coaching staff for 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 3:59 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced their minor league coaching staffs on August 10, 2026, as they prepare for the 2026-27 season. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins largely retained their AHL staff, while the Florida Everblades maintained their previous staff due to the new ECHL affiliation. New hires include video coach Ryan Lennon and manager of team services Cedrik Cabana for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. Head coach Kirk MacDonald enters his third season with the team, aiming to build on past playoff successes. Brad Ralph continues his lengthy tenure with the Everblades, looking for another successful season.
- •Penguins announce minor league coaching staffs on August 10, 2026.
- •Kirk MacDonald returns as head coach of Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.
- •Ryan Lennon and Cedrik Cabana are new hires for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton.
- •Brad Ralph continues as head coach of the Florida Everblades.
- •MacDonald has led Wilkes-Barre/Scranton to the Calder Cup Playoffs in previous seasons.
- 3:59 AMYahoo Sports — Penguins Fill Out Minor League Coaching Staff
"On Friday, the Pittsburgh Penguins announced their minor league coaching staffs for the 2026-27 season.
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