The Penguins are closing in on a new head coach — and the finish line is in sight. On this episode of Tip of the Ice-Burgh, we dive into the latest on Pittsburgh’s coaching search, the frontrunners, and what direction Kyle Dubas might take behind the bench (3:23).
We also unpack the buzz around a potential trade for Wild center Marco Rossi. Could the 23-year-old be a long-term fit down the middle in Pittsburgh? (18:55) And the Pens add to their prospect pool by signing Russian forward and 2023 5th-round pick Mikhail Ilyin — we break down what fans should expect from the KHL standout. (30:42).
It’s all heating up in the ‘Burgh — coaching rumors, trade targets, and future depth moves, right here on Tip of the Ice-Burgh.
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Chapters
0:00 – Intro
3:30 – Penguins Coaching Search
18:48 – Marco Rossi on Penguins Radar
30:23 – Mikhail Ilyin Signs ELC
37:13 – Stanley Cup Final Preview
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Welcome back, boys!
Welcome back
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Now my Knicks are out, ur podcast couldn't have made better timing for me
Horwat, Rossi would be our 2C for the next 7 years. Who would learn so much more from Sid for the next 3-4 years that a 7×7 could look like a bargain in a few years! Sign him Dubas!!! Then Karlsson to Carolina for their top 1st pick in 2026 plus 3rd/4th top ranked prospect! Rakell to Toronto, Kings, Vegas, or Carolina for 2026 1st plus 3rd picks or 1st and higher prospect! Come on Dubas do it!!!
Unfortunately, Ilyin’s Russian team’s website has him listed 6’0” (184 cm) and 180 pounds (82 kg).
Great to see you guys again!
Welcome back!
Does EK become easier to move after July 1st (due to the bonus payout)?
MN does not have a 1st, 3rd or 7th this year and no 2nd round pick for 2026 or 20027. The pens can meet that 1st round ask. Any concerns about his size?
The longer this drags out, the more convinced I am it's gonna be DJ Smith. It really seems like it's going in that direction.
Name a coach already, I'm falling asleep.
I dont think Rossi is a cast off, I think Minnesota would love to have him back, its just if they can make the money work. They have a few big contracts up after next season.
Dubas may be waiting til the Stanley Cup Finals are over.
Ilyin is slow… That needs to improve, drastically.
I want to listen to this, but 45 min to update? No thanks. Should take 8 at most.
Hire D.J Smith as assistant to coach Love!