What if Chuck Fletcher was fired? Possible candidates to replace.
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Frankie
July 20, 2022 (11:11 PM)
It's clear that the Philadelphia fanbase is not happy with GM Chuck Fletcher right now. He hasn't made any big moves this offseason, he is losing the fanbase quicker than quicksand. He just does not seem to be getting the job done. So, if he would happen to be fired, let's take a look at some possible candidates for his spot.
Eric Tulsky
One of the darlings in the analytics world, Eric Tulsky has enjoyed a meteoric rise from part-time employee to assistant general manager with the Carolina Hurricanes.
Chris McFarland
Among assistant general managers, there might not be anyone more ready for a promotion than Chris McFarland.
The 51-year-old spent 16 seasons in the Columbus Blue Jackets organization before being hired by the Avalanche in May 2015.
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There's nothing to suggest that Avs current general manager Joe Sakic is going anywhere anytime soon. Could MacFarland be looking elsewhere for his shot at a GM gig?
Ray Ferraro
Now this is thinking outside the box here, but Ray Ferraro has been an NHL broadcaster for nearly two decades but has expressed some interest in moving into a management role.
Cammi Granato
The NHL is overdue for a female general manager, and Cammi Granato is one prominent candidate who could smash through the glass ceiling. Granato was named the NHL's second-ever female scout when she joined the Seattle Kraken organization back in 2019.
Henrik and/or Daniel Sedin
It's probably too soon to give Henrik and Daniel Sedin control of an organization, or is it? They already have more NHL front office experience than most. Two players, working alongside Danny Briere- Ya never know.
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