Practicing on January 11 should set the team up to play its next scheduled game on Sunday, January 17, at Purdue.
The Nittany Lions split the series with the Buckeyes after winning 5-2 Saturday night.
Penn State men's hockey fell to Ohio State 6-3 due to poor defense and strong Buckeye goaltending.
Some fans couldn't help but question Ciarrocca's departure following a season plagued by obstacles and injuries.
In his career, Yurcich's offenses have averaged 6.49 yards per play, which ranks first among offensive coordinators since 2013.
Thirteen Nittany Lions enter the postseason on active NFL rosters.