The Nashville Predators have recently announced that Andrew Brunette will be taking over as the new head coach for the team, following the departure of John Hynes. This news has come as a surprise to many fans and analysts, as Hynes had only been with the team for just over a year.
Brunette, who has been an assistant coach with the Minnesota Wild for the past two seasons, brings a wealth of experience to the Predators. He played in the NHL for 16 seasons, scoring 268 goals and 733 points in 1,110 games. He also served as an assistant coach with the Wild for four seasons prior to his recent promotion.
The Predators have struggled in recent years, failing to make the playoffs in two of the past three seasons. Hynes was brought in last year to try and turn things around, but the team finished with a disappointing record of 31-23-2 in the shortened 2020-21 season.
Many fans and analysts believe that Brunette is the right person to lead the Predators back to success. He has a reputation as a hard-working coach who is dedicated to improving his players’ skills and helping them reach their full potential.
In a statement announcing Brunette’s appointment, Predators general manager David Poile said, “Andrew has a proven track record as both a player and a coach, and we believe he is the right person to lead our team forward. He has a deep understanding of the game and a strong commitment to developing our players, and we are excited to see what he can do with this group.”
Brunette will have his work cut out for him as he takes over a team that has struggled to find consistency in recent years. However, he has the experience and dedication needed to help the Predators get back on track and compete for a playoff spot in the highly competitive Central Division.
Fans will be eagerly watching to see how Brunette fares in his new role, and whether he can help the Predators return to the success they enjoyed just a few years ago.
