Overview

• Andrew Brunette will remain head coach of the Nashville Predators for the upcoming 2025-26 season, as confirmed by GM Barry Trotz.
• The Predators struggled in 2024-25, finishing with a 30-44-8 record and missing the playoffs despite high-profile offseason signings.
• Brunette’s cumulative record with Nashville stands at 77-74-13 over two seasons, including a playoff appearance in 2023-24.
• Trotz expressed confidence in Brunette’s potential, likening his development to that of a promising young player requiring patience and support.
• Brunette will gain additional experience this month as an assistant coach for Team Canada at the IIHF Men’s World Championship.