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BREAKING: Predators hire Chris MacFarland as general manager

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Oct 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; View of a Nashville Predators logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team against the Montreal Canadiens during the second period at Bell Centre, David Kirouac-IMAGN IMAGES

The Nashville Predators have named Chris MacFarland as the president of hockey operations and general manager. MacFarland was formerly the general manager of the Colorado Avalanche, where he spent 11 years with the organization.

MacFarland replaces Barry Trotz, who announced his plan to retire in February. Trotz’s tenure in Nashville was disappointing, after signing Steven Stamkos, Jonathan Marchessault and Brady Skjei in free agency yet failing to make the playoffs.

MacFarland helped rebuild the Avalanche from last place in the NHL in 2016-17 to a consistent playoff team. The 56-year-old will have his hands full with a Predators team past its prime. Nashville missed the playoffs by four points, finishing with a record of 38-34-10.

The Predators hold the 10th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, which will be a crucial piece as they likely enter a rebuild.

About the Author Published Jun 2, 2026

LUC MUIR

Luc Muir is an NHL beat writer for Ball Exclusives.
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