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BREAKING - Barry Trotz Returns to The NHL and Takes a General Managers Job

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Skyler Walker
February 26, 2023  (4:18 PM)
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Barry Trotz is one of the most well-liked coaches in the whole NHL as a result of his 36 years of combined coaching experience in the MJHL, AHL, and NHL. Trotz has succeeded by showcasing his ability as a coach.

He now seems to be utilizing his coaching abilities to become an NHL general manager?

Big breaking story out of Nashville: after 26 years as the Predators' architect � the most consistent presence in franchise history � David Poile is retiring from President of Hockey Operations & GM position, effective June 30. Expectation is he will remain in a consulting role.

This season, he became the first GM in league history with 3,000 games as a manager, in Washington before Nashville. Incredible career, especially in building Tennessee hockey from a curiosity to an important NHL franchise.

Barry Trotz is believed to be Poile's successor. Starting work immediatelyalthough not officially the GM until June 30

Trotz's selection as general manager for the first time in his career should have a beneficial impact, despite the fact that some Nashville Predators fans may be disappointed by Poile's departure.

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