
Chris MacFarland Takes the Helm of Nashville Predators’ Hockey Operations
The Predators have named Chris MacFarland as president of hockey operations and general manager, bringing a championship pedigree from Colorado to Nashville.
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The Predators have named Chris MacFarland as president of hockey operations and general manager, bringing a championship pedigree from Colorado to Nashville.

General manager Chris MacFarland is leaving the Colorado Avalanche to become the president of hockey operations and GM for the Nashville Predators, with Joe Sakic stepping in as interim GM. His tenure was marked by a 2022 Stanley Cup and a series of high‑profile trades.

The Nashville Predators have appointed Chris MacFarland as president of hockey operations and general manager, replacing retiring Barry Trotz and promising a new era of strategic leadership.

Chris MacFarland was appointed president of hockey operations and general manager of the Nashville Predators, bringing a proven track record of playoff success and championship experience to the franchise.

The Predators announced the hiring of Chris MacFarland, a former Colorado Avalanche GM, while longtime executive Barry Trotz moves to an advisory role. Owner Bill Haslam highlighted the move as a strategic shift toward external talent.

The Nashville Predators announced the appointment of Chris MacFarland as president of hockey operations and general manager, succeeding Barry Trotz, who will transition to an advisory role after 15 seasons as the franchise’s first head coach.

The Nashville Predators announce Chris MacFarland as President of Hockey Operations and General Manager, succeeding Barry Trotz in an advisory role.