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Mike Sullivan sets record for most games coached in Penguins history

Mike Sullivan Pittsburgh Penguinss coach Mike Sullivan gives instruction to Sidney Crosby (87) during the first period of the team's NHL hockey game against the St. Louis Blues in Pittsburgh, Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022. The Penguins won 5-3. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) (Gene J. Puskar/AP)

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan now holds the record for most games coached in franchise history.

According to a social media post, Mike Sullivan has coached 517 games, with 301 wins.

Sullivan agreed to a three-year contract extension with the team in August.

Former Penguins coach Eddie Johnston previously held the record, having coached 516 games during his tenure with the Penguins.

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