Knies was almost a HAB?! + Kings & Leafs close to naming coaches | DFO Rundown Insider Edition

About this episode

The episode discusses the latest coaching changes in the NHL and trade rumors as teams prepare for the offseason.

On this episode of DFO Rundown: Insider Edition, David Pagnotta and Irfaan Gaffar break down the latest coaching carousel around the NHL. They discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' ongoing search for a new bench boss and why names like Dallas Eakins and Patrick Roy are in the mix. Plus, they examine Nashville's decision to hand Chris MacFarland a major leadership role and what it means for the future of the Predators organization. The guys also dive into some of the biggest trade and roster storylines heading into the offseason. David reveals details of a blockbuster trade framework between the Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens that nearly came together at the deadline, and explains why it could be revisited this summer. They also discuss Ottawa's search for a top-four right-shot defenceman, Detroit's plans to be aggressive in the market, Anaheim's willingness to listen on key young players, and much more as NHL front offices prepare for what could be a wild offseason. 🕐 CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - Coaching carousel 06:36 - Chris MacFarland to Nashville 08:27 - Knies was nearly a Canadien 14:17 - Ottawa wants a RHD 16:53 - Detroit Red Wings 18:00 - Anaheim Ducks 18:49 - Outro 📺…

People in this episode

Hosts: David Pagnotta, Irfaan Gaffar

Topics covered

• NHL coaching carousel
• Toronto Maple Leafs
• Montreal Canadiens
• Nashville Predators
• trade rumors
• offseason preparations

Keywords

• NHL
• coaching carousel
• trade rumors
• Toronto Maple Leafs
• Montreal Canadiens
• Nashville Predators
• offseason

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, Nashville Predators, Ottawa, Detroit Red Wings, Anaheim Ducks

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