Is Coach Brunette the Inevitable Casualty of the Predators’ Struggles?
In the NHL, patience is a currency that depreciates faster than a new car driven off the lot. Nowhere is that economic reality more palpable right now than in Nashville.…
Category Archives: Barry Trotz
Are the New York Islanders Built for Playoff Hockey?
For years, the New York Islanders have carried an identity that’s as clear as the waters of Long Island Sound: defense first, grind it out, and make life miserable for…
Would the Islanders Be Better Off if They Kept Trotz?
The New York Islanders’ best seasons recently were with Barry Trotz behind the bench. They were a non-factor for decades before they became a competitive team in one season. Trotz…
How Hershey’s Todd Nelson Became One of the Top Coaches in the AHL
The Hershey Bears are the gold standard in the American Hockey League. They’ve won the Calder Cup 13 times, are reigning back-to-back champions, and are set up to win the…
NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Trotz, Predators, Jones, Blackhawks
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, are the Toronto Maple Leafs among the speculated teams looking at the Schenn brothers ahead of the trade deadline? Are the Nashville Predators willing to…
Jets Should Target These 4 Centres at the Trade Deadline
The Winnipeg Jets, first place in the Central Division and Western Conference at 39-14-3 entering a two-week break for the 4-Nations Face-Off, are likely going to be sniffing around for…
NHL Rumors: Flyers, Canadiens, Predators
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Philadelphia Flyers head coach John Tortorella is scratching rookie star Matvei Michkov. Is this a good idea and how will he react to what the…
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Maple Leafs, Predators, Blues
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Connor McDavid is returning to the lineup for the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Auston Matthews missed Tuesday’s game with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Could…
Predators’ GM Barry Trotz Handled Yaroslav Askarov Situation Quickly
The Nashville Predators handled the Yaroslav Askarov situation in a short amount of time. General manager Barry Trotz said the right things to the media after the report came out…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 6
Yesterday in Hockey History: Aug. 5 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Aug. 7 The Nashville Predators hired their first coach in franchise history on this date, and he became one of…