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In this March 17, 2017, file photo, Pittsburgh Penguins assistant Rick Tocchet, right, talks with an official during the first period against the New Jersey Devils in Pittsburgh. The Arizona Coyotes have named Tocchet as head coach, replacing Dave Tippett, who parted ways with the franchise after last season. Tocchet spent the past three seasons as an assistant coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins, a stint that included consecutive Stanley Cup championships. (Gene J. Puskar/AP, File)

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PHOENIX — The Arizona Coyotes have hired Rick Tocchet as head coach, turning the team over to a man who helped the Pittsburgh Penguins win the past two Stanley Cup titles.

By Associated Press July 11, 2017