New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury finally has his guy. Gerard Gallant and Peter Laviolette were always meant to be here for a good time, not a long time. Mike Sullivan is the head coach for whom Drury has been in a holding pattern ever since he became the Rangers' president and GM in 2021.

With the New York Rangers announcing Mike Sullivan as their next head coach, here are three things to know about the new bench boss.

Flyers general manager Danny Brière has one less interview to schedule now. Four days ago, Mike Sullivan and the Pittsburgh Penguins parted ways after 10 seasons. On Friday, he is heading to Broadway as the New York Rangers’ 38th head coach.