Kirk MacDonald has been appointed as the new head coach for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, marking the 12th AHL coach in Penguins history. MacDonald brings over a decade of coaching experience, notably leading the Dubuque Fighting Saints to victory in the USHL's Eastern Conference. With a professional playing background, MacDonald transitions from coaching the USHL to the AHL, taking over from J.D. Forrest. Additionally, the Pittsburgh Penguins have named David Quinn as the new assistant coach focusing on defense, with uncertainty remaining on who will lead the team's power play unit, known for its struggles in the past season.