On Sirius XM NHL Network Radio Morning Skate, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet joined Gord Stellick and Scott Laughlin to discuss Chris Pronger’s potential interest in open general manager positions across the National Hockey League.
Chris Pronger Has Held Discussions with NHL Teams About Management Roles
Gord Stellick brought up the rumors surrounding Chris Pronger’s name, noting that while Pronger himself has been somewhat coy, stating “never say never” and emphasizing the need for the “right kind of situation,” his name is actively circulating. Stellick also mentioned how fans are often drawn to “sexy names” for such prominent roles.
Friedman confirmed that Pronger did indeed speak with representatives from the Nashville Predators regarding their vacant position. He clarified that it was more of an informal “get-together” or “introduction” rather than a formal interview, and while Pronger was part of that search, he is likely not among the finalists.
Discussing potential future meetings, Friedman highlighted the openness of executives like Keith Pelley. According to Friedman, Pelley is always willing to meet and listen to potential candidates. Therefore, it wouldn’t be surprising if Pronger also holds discussions with the Toronto Maple Leafs, especially given his apparent interest in management roles and his status as a sought-after name in the league.
Overall, this offseason promises to be an interesting period of change for many NHL teams, and the active discussion around Chris Pronger only reinforces his standing as a compelling candidate for front office positions.
