Insider Trading: What does the future hold for Trotz?

TSN Hockey Insiders Darren Dreger, Pierre LeBrun and Chris Johnston join host Gino Reda to discuss where Barry Trotz may land, the future of Andrew Brunette behind the bench in Florida and the free agent frenzy that is set to begin on July 13.

One of the most attractive free agents out there right now is Barry Trotz. Teams have been wooing him for a while. Is he getting any closer to picking a partner?

LeBrun: He is getting a little closer. What we're told is that Barry Trotz, his intention is to make his decision on his NHL future around July 1st and he's indicated that to a few teams. Now we know, of course – we've reported before – that he's interviewed with the Winnipeg Jets. He's interviewed with the Detroit Red Wings, among other clubs for the head coaching jobs. But we're also told that he has chatted with his old NHL club, the Nashville Predators, about a potential management role with the organization, which has always kind of been rumoured about Barry Trotz. But it's interesting that's yet another option for Barry Trotz potentially.

Dreger: Well, a management position is something that Barry Trotz has been interested in for quite a while now. However, it is important to note that he is going to continue to talk to teams about coaching and is expected to meet again with the Winnipeg Jets next week. So we'll see where that goes. Meanwhile, an interesting scenario happening in Florida and the fact that Andrew Brunette, who was a Jack Adams finalist, coached the Panthers to a Presidents’ Trophy. He very much remains in limbo right now. We're told that the Florida Panthers management, Bill Zito, is talking to other potential coaching candidates. So, it's a delicate one in Florida.

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