Is it surprising to see Avalanche give permission to Predators to talk to Chris MacFarland?
The Colorado Avalanche will have to find a new general manager after Chris MacFarland joined the Nashville Predators this week.
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Reacting To Chris MacFarland Leaving Avalanche To Become Predators' GM And Hockey Ops President
Former Colorado Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland was hired Tuesday as the Nashville Predators' GM and president of hockey operations. Not only was it a savvy hire, but it makes a different team look bad.
Avalanche Name Joe Sakic GM Again After Chris MacFarland Leaves for Nashville
We got word that the Colorado Avalanche granted the Nashville Predators permission to speak with Chris MacFarland about the Predators’ General Manager position. That news quickly led to the announcement of his hiring and his move on from the Avalanche organization. The former GM in Colorado just so happens to be proven and beloved Avalanche […]
It's Official: Chris MacFarland Makes Stunning Move to Nashville; Avalanche Name GM
The move came on like a hurricane for the former Avalanche GM. Chris MacFarland is officially the new President of Hockey Operations and General Manager of the Nashville Predators. The #Preds have hired Chris MacFarland as President of Hockey Operations and General Manager. MacFarland replaces Barry Trotz, who transitions into an advisory role within the organization --> https://t.co/xtx3UvgECj pic.twitter.com/uNCmveGLwS — Brooks Bratten (@brooksbratten) June 2, 2026 Former GM Barry Trot...
Predators hire Chris MacFarland as GM and president of hockey operations
MacFarland, who has served as GM of the Avalanche for four years, could be eyeing an elevated role with the division rival Predators.
Predators poach Chris MacFarland from Avalanche to lead hockey operations
It was a stellar year for the Colorado Avalanche, winning the Presidents’ Trophy as the top regular-season team in the NHL. While the season ended at the hands of the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Finals, general manager Chris MacFarland is a nominee for the Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award. […] The post Predators poach Chris MacFarland from Avalanche to lead hockey operations appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Significant Turn Of Events In Chris MacFarland's Future With Avalanche
In a significant turn of events, the Colorado Avalanche have granted permission to the Nashville Predators to speak with general manager Chris MacFarland. The Nashville Predators have been given permission to speak with Colorado Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland, according to sources. See where it goes from there. — Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) June 2, 2026 Insider Elliotte Friedman writes, however, that, according to his sources, "the biggest question is: what exactly is the title, role a...
2025-26 Season in Review: Sam Girard
Vitals Player: Sam GirardBorn: May 12, 1998 (28 years old)Height: 5’10”Weight: 170 poundsHometown: Roberval, Quebec, CanadaShoots: LeftDraft: Second-round, 2016, No. 47 overall by the Nashville Predators2025-26 Statistics: 60 games played, 3 goals, 16 assists, 19 points (20 games, 0 goals, 7 assists with Pittsburgh)Contract Status: In the final year of a seven-year, $35 million contract ($5 million salary cap) Story of the Season […]
Weekly Playoff Thread – 6/1
Welcome to the Playoff Thread for the Stanley Cup Final games in the week of 6/1. The conference finals are behind us, and it’s all on the line for the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes. We have ex-Predators on both sides, so it’s a win/win for me. However I really have to root for Rod to finally get his Cup as a coach. Should be a fun series! Just a reminder – we’re always looking for new people to chat with and to be part of our community. Feel free to share the link ...
Predators’ Roman Josi named MVP of 2026 IIHF World Championship
Josi was also named top defender and earned a spot on the tournament all-star team.
NHL Nugget: Nashville Predators Play First Cup Final Game This Day In 2017, Ft. Music City Rodeo Cowboys
Music City Rodeo cowboys Sam Petersen and Tilden Hooper help tell the story of Nashville's electric atmosphere for Game 1 of the 2017 Stanley Cup final.
Predators Eyeing Currently-Employed Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland
The Nashville Predators have been taking their sweet time making a decision on a new general manager. Now, rumors have started spreading as to what may be leading to the delay. First, a report emerged on the weekend from a Toronto Star writer, suggesting that there was a rumor spreading that the Preds were planning to poach current Colorado Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland and give him a shiny new title of VP of Hockey Operations. If true, won't go over well in Toronto, lots of buzzing out ...
NHL Trade Rumors: Predators' Moving On From Jonathan Marchessault
It's sounding more and more like Jonathan Marchessault's days as a Nashville Predator are coming to an end. After signing a lucrative long-term contract with the Preds a couple of summers ago, the speedy winger hasn't been able to reach the expectations that were placed on him once he signed his deal, alongside several other vets, and now the Preds are going to retool on the fly. Marchessault is a prime trade candidate heading into the offseason. The 35-year-old winger scored 12 goals in 62 ga...
NHL Rumors: 5 Candidates For Predators GM As Search Narrows
Barry Trotz announced his retirement on February 2, and the Nashville Predators have been searching for his replacement ever since. Four months later, they still do not have one. In that same window, the New Jersey Devils fired a GM and hired a replacement in nine days, and the Maple Leafs fired Brad Treliving and hired John Chayka in just over a month. Nashville, by contrast, has barely moved publicly despite conducting a wide-ranging interview process behind closed doors. The Predato...
Predators Urged to Make 2 'Bold Offers' This Summer To Add Star-Powered Offense
The Nashville Predators have some big decisions to make this offseason. First, they have to settle on a new general manager. Then they still have the Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault questions hanging over them—To trade or not to trade? In the latter's case, could a buyout even be in the cards ? This team also needs to add some more scoring to its top six. They registered less than three goals per game this season. To that end, Alex Daugherty of the Nashville Te...
NHL Rumors: Predators Could Trade Juuse Saros This Summer
When the Nashville Predators signed Juuse Saros to an eight-year, $61.92 million contract on July 1, 2024, the deal was widely viewed as a reasonable commitment to one of the better goaltenders in the sport. Two seasons later, it looks considerably more complicated. Saros posted a .894 save percentage and a 3.16 goals-against average in 59 appearances this past season, going 28-22-8 while facing the most shots of any goaltender in the NHL for the second straight year. His goals saved abo...
3 Trade Destinations for Predators' Steven Stamkos
Nashville Predators forward Steven Stamkos was a trade candidate leading up to this year's deadline, and it would not be surprising if this carried over to the summer. If the Predators do listen to offers on Stamkos, he would generate plenty of interest. Because of this, let's look at three teams that could target Stamkos this offseason. Tampa Bay Lightning Could the Lightning look to reunite with Stamkos this summer? After another short playoff run, the possibility should not be r...
Weekly Playoff Thread – 5/4
Welcome to the Playoff Thread for the games in the week of 5/4. Well we’re into Round Two now with plenty of interesting match ups. Still many former Predators left in the mix. Who are you bandwagoning? Have you all seen the Captain giving piggy back rides while telling his kids they have to eat their broccoli? Then Ellie saying this is normal life. Don’t blink during the commercials. Just a reminder – we’re always looking for new people to chat with and to be part of our co...
Predators Projected to Make Stunning Move With Marchessault
The Nashville Predators haven't yet decided on a new general manager, but that hasn't stopped the speculation around the future of the team's roster. One of the more disgruntled charges around the team after another non-playoff finish was veteran Jonathan Marchessault. Eric Dougherty of The Tennessean has projected that the Predators' new GM, whoemever that might be, could decide to make a stunning move with the former Conn Smythe trophy winner. He sees a buyout coming. The tension...
Oilers assistant GM Bill Scott to interview for vacant Canucks GM role
Edmonton Oilers assistant general manager Bill Scott is a busy man these days. As the Oilers battle with the Anaheim Ducks in the first round of the 2026 playoffs, Scott is now set to interview with a second team for a vacant general manager’s seat. His first came in late March with the Nashville Predators,…
NHL Rumors: 3 Free-Agent Destinations for Predators' Erik Haula
Nashville Predators forward Erik Haula should generate some interest this offseason if he decides to test the free-agent market. The 35-year-old forward had a solid 2025-26 season with the Predators, as he recorded 14 goals, 24 assists, and 38 points in 81 games. With numbers like these, he showed that he can still provide decent offensive production. Because of this, let's take a look at three teams that could look to sign Haula if he tests free agency. Winnipeg Jets The Jets coul...
Steven Stamkos Reveals Big Development for Predators' Future
The Nashville Predators came up short in their chase for a playoff spot this season, their second straight year missing out on the dance after the huge free agent influx of big names like Steven Stamkos, Jonathan Marchessault and Brady Skjei. The franchise is now in the throes of a search for a new general manager. But while many observers expect big changes to come with that in order to remake the team, Stamkos has revealed that he doesn't think that's the case. The message was th...
2 Predators GM Candidates Eliminated; 4 Others Are Still Frontrunners
The New Jersey Devils have hired a new GM; The Toronto Maple Leafs are considering bringing a couple of franchise greats back into the fold in advisory roles; and the Nashville Predators' search for a new general manager is also reaching the final stages. Insider Frank Seravalli gives us a detailed breakdown on Monday of where things stand. He says that the Preds have eliminated two candidates, telling their two assistant GMs, Jeff Kealty and Scott Nichol, that they are no longer under c...
Sharks at Predators game 80: Lines, game thread and how to watch
We’re in the home stretch, folks, and with three games left in the season, the Sharks wrap things up on the road. While still not “officially” out of the playoff race, it’s out of the Sharks’ hands. San Jose would have to win out AND there would have to be a major collapse by the teams in front of the Sharks for San Jose to make the playoffs. So, we’re watching the Tankathon standings again. That means this matchup with the Nashville Predators has a much different meaning than it did a week or...
Weekly Game Day Thread – 4/13
Welcome to the Game Day Thread for the games in the week of 4/13. Well, here we are at the last week of the regular season. The Predators need to win out and hope that LA can’t win two out of their three remaining (unlikely). I’ll keep my fingers crossed. Just a reminder – we’re always looking for new people to chat with and to be part of our community. Feel free to share the link to our thread with potential new members! Games this week are: Monday 4/13 vs San Jose Sharks 7...
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