MacFarland & Blake Head to Nashville

Chris MacFarland’s big move from Colorado to Nashville marks a major rebuild for the Predators, signing a six-year deal as President of Hockey Operations and GM — and he didn’t come alone. He brought Rob Blake, former LA Kings GM and ex-Avalanche defenseman, who’s now Executive Vice President of Hockey Ops in Nashville. What’s wild? Blake and MacFarland had actually discussed Blake joining Colorado’s front office earlier this year — even floated the idea Blake might take over there someday. But Blake chose Tennessee instead, possibly sparked by conversations during Blake’s recent Denver trip for the Avalanche’s 20-year Stanley Cup celebration. For Colorado, Joe Sakic remains GM for now, handling draft and free agency while the Avalanche figure out their next steps without MacFarland. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/036e44060f0de9c0