Takeaways from Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz's end-of-season talk, including what he wants Andrew Brunette to improve as a coach.

More than two weeks after the conclusion of the 2024-25 regular season, general manager Barry Trotz finally confirmed that Andrew Brunette will return as head coach of the Nashville Predators in 2025-26.

Comparing him to a good young hockey player who needs to grow and develop, Predators General Manager Barry Trotz said Monday that Andrew Brunette will return as the team’s head coach next season. Trotz said Brunette’s assistants — Darby Hendrickson, Derek MacKenzie and Todd Richards — are likely to return as well.