Recent insider selling of Brookline Bancorp shares, especially by COO James Cosman, may indicate insiders believe the shares are overpriced. Despite some insider buying, the long-term outlook lacks positivity. The level of insider ownership suggests alignment between insiders and shareholders.

The company's leadership expressed positive sentiments about the changes, highlighting the skills and experience of the incoming executives, Mona Macero and Kelly Bressette, and expecting them to drive future initiatives and solidify the company's operations foundation.