Who's The NEXT GM? | Exploring Predators Leading Candidates For GM Job
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The Locked On Predators podcast dives into the ongoing search for a new general manager following Barry Trotz's retirement after the 2025-26 season. Host Jack Williams breaks down the four leading candidates: Brett Peterson (Florida Panthers assistant GM), Bill Scott (Edmonton Oilers assistant GM), Tom Fitzgerald (former Devils GM), and Scott White (Dallas Stars assistant GM). Williams praises Peterson and Scott for their rebuild experience and international success, while criticizing Fitzgerald’s poor track record with the Devils and dismissing his legacy-based hiring as outdated. He argues for a fresh, data-driven approach over nostalgia. The episode then reviews Trotz’s tenure as GM, rating it as average—neither disastrous nor outstanding—with mixed results in free agency, trades, and drafting. The podcast concludes with a brief mailbag segment addressing fan concerns about Brady Martin’s performance, the Predators’ projected point total, and player development timelines. Overall, the tone is analytical with a strong preference for modern, experienced leadership over tradition-bound choices.
Brett Peterson and Bill Scott are the top two candidates due to their rebuild experience and success at both NHL and international levels.
Tom Fitzgerald’s hiring is criticized due to his poor performance as Devils GM and lack of proven leadership in a high-pressure role.
Barry Trotz’s GM tenure was average—solid drafting, weak trades, and questionable free agent signings like Brady Shea and Filippos Soros.
The Predators have 15 draft picks acquired through trades, signaling a long-term rebuild focus rather than immediate contention.
Fan concerns about Brady Martin’s slow play are likely due to fatigue and adjustment from juniors to pro hockey, not laziness.
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Introduction & Mailbag Teaser
Jack Williams opens the episode with a welcome, promotes the Everyday Club, and sets up the main topic: the Nashville Predators' search for a new general manager after Barry Trotz's retirement.
The Four Finalist Candidates
“I'd pick Bill Scott. If he's available, this is a guy again... so much experience with what the rebuild is and how to get it from the rock bottom all the way to almost the summit.”
Barry Trotz's GM Tenure: Highs and Lows
“He really didn't make any massive moves. Obviously you had the free agency signings that were big, but outside of that, it was pretty quiet.”
Mailbag Monday: Fan Questions & Predictions
“I don't think he's being lazy. He's probably tired... it's about making the adjustment as well.”
Closing & Sponsor Segment
Final thoughts on the GM search, encouragement to join the Everyday Club, and a sponsor plug for FanDuel’s playoff betting offer.
“I'd pick Bill Scott. If he's available, this is a guy again... so much experience with what the rebuild is and how to get it from the rock bottom all the way to almost the summit.”
“I mean, just because he was the inaugural captain doesn't mean that brings any sort of edge coming into this as well.”
“The defense is so awful. I'm not going to get too harped on it as well...”
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