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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 39 MIN

With Francis Out, Are More Changes Coming In Seattle?

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Major changes are underway in Seattle as Ron Francis steps down after seven seasons — but could this just be the beginning? 👀We kick things off with the Kraken announcing that Francis will step away from his role as President, raising serious questions about the future of the front office. Is this a signal that bigger changes are coming? And more importantly… is GM Jason Botterill safe, or could Seattle be headed for a full reset?Meanwhile, Connor McDavid delivers another jaw-dropping performance, posting a five-point night to power the Edmonton Oilers past the San Jose Sharks. With an outside shot at 50 goals still alive, we break down what this means for Edmonton — and what went wrong for San Jose, including injury concerns surrounding Connor Ingram and Jason DickinsonBoston also made a notable move, signing Hagens off his ATO to an entry-level contract after a productive run in Providence. Could this signal playoff plans for the young forward?Then in The Insider Notebook, David Pagnotta joins to deliver key updates from around the league:-Could more changes be coming in Seattle?-What’s the latest on New Jersey, Nashville, and Toronto?-Is Vancouver’s future tied to the draft lottery — and is Jim Rutherford secure regardless?-And as some teams gear up for the playoffs, what kind of offseason could be looming for Chicago?👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Major changes are underway in Seattle as Ron Francis steps down after seven seasons — but could this just be the beginning? 👀We kick things off with the Kraken announcing that Francis will step away from his role as President, raising serious questions about the future of the front office. Is this a signal that bigger changes are coming? And more importantly… is GM Jason Botterill safe, or could Seattle be headed for a full reset?Meanwhile, Connor McDavid delivers another jaw-dropping performance, posting a five-point night to power the Edmonton Oilers past the San Jose Sharks. With an outside shot at 50 goals still alive, we break down what this means for Edmonton — and what went wrong for San Jose, including injury concerns surrounding Connor Ingram and Jason DickinsonBoston also made a notable move, signing Hagens off his ATO to an entry-level contract after a productive run in Providence. Could this signal playoff plans for the young forward?Then in The Insider Notebook, David Pagnotta joins to deliver key updates from around the league:-Could more changes be coming in Seattle?-What’s the latest on New Jersey, Nashville, and Toronto?-Is Vancouver’s future tied to the draft lottery — and is Jim Rutherford secure regardless?-And as some teams gear up for the playoffs, what kind of offseason could be looming for Chicago?👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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