Nashville Predators hire Chris MacFarland as general manager and president
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:40 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Nashville Predators announced the hiring of Chris MacFarland as their president of hockey operations and general manager on June 2, 2026. MacFarland steps in for Barry Trotz, who retired on February 2 but will remain in an advisory capacity. MacFarland, who previously worked with the Colorado Avalanche for 11 seasons, played a key role in building the team's recent successful roster. His tenure includes significant player acquisitions and trades, contributing to Colorado's sustained playoff appearances and a Stanley Cup victory in 2022. MacFarland's experience spans various operational roles, enhancing his qualifications for the position.
- •Chris MacFarland hired by Nashville Predators on June 2, 2026.
- •He replaces Barry Trotz, who will serve as an advisor.
- •MacFarland previously spent 11 seasons with the Colorado Avalanche.
- •His tenure at Colorado included a Stanley Cup championship in 2022.
- •MacFarland has extensive experience in hockey operations and player negotiations.
- 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Nashville Predators hire Chris MacFarland as President of Hockey Operations, General Manager
- 8:28 PMYahoo Sports — Predators hire Chris MacFarland from Avalanche to become president of hockey operations/GM
- 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Nashville Predators hire Chris MacFarland as president of hockey operations, GM
"MacFarland is replacing Berry Trotz, who announced he would retire in March. He is the third general manager and second president of hockey operations in the history of the Preds' organization.
"He takes over for Barry Trotz, who will step into an advisory role with the organization after announcing earlier this season that he was retiring from the GM role.
"The Nashville Predators are hiring Chris MacFarland to be their president of hockey operations and general manager to replace Barry Trotz.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 2:40 AMNashville Predators hire Chris MacFarland as President of Hockey Operations, General Manager
MacFarland is replacing Berry Trotz, who announced he would retire in March. He is the third general manager and second president of hockey operations in the history of the Preds' organization.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 8:28 PMPredators hire Chris MacFarland from Avalanche to become president of hockey operations/GM
He takes over for Barry Trotz, who will step into an advisory role with the organization after announcing earlier this season that he was retiring from the GM role.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 5:20 PMNashville Predators hire Chris MacFarland as president of hockey operations, GM
The Nashville Predators are hiring Chris MacFarland to be their president of hockey operations and general manager to replace Barry Trotz.
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