Major buzz about a historic coaching change for Rod Brind'Amour
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The Seattle Kraken have made a significant move by firing their inaugural head coach, Dave Hakstol, after three seasons. With a record of 34-35-0 and no playoff appearances, the decision didn't come as a shock to many.
Seattle Kraken GM Ron Francis hasn't announced Hakstol's replacement yet, but rumors suggest he's eyeing Rod Brind'Amour, the current head coach of the Carolina Hurricanes. Brind'Amour, known as "Rod The Bod," has a strong connection with Francis, having worked together at Carolina before.
"#SeaKraken announce they've fired coach Dave Hakstol after three seasons as the team's inaugural head coach.
Former NHL player Jordan Schmaltz, known as "The People's Insider," hinted that Francis might make a hefty offer to lure Brind'Amour to Seattle, especially considering Brind'Amour's contract situation with the Hurricanes. However, it's worth noting that attempting to outbid Carolina's owner, Thomas Dundon, hasn't worked well in the past, as seen with the failed offer sheet on Sebastian Aho.
"Certainly surprising to the outside for sure. But here's the thing Ronny Franchise Francis is going to make a helluva effort to bring in his boy Rod The Bod who is coaching #CauseChaos on an expiring deal currently with no contract extension in place. My guess Seattle throws the bag💰 at Brind'Amour at a number // term Carolina owner Thomas Dundon isn't comfortable matching. Something to keep an eye on.. 👀👀"
Brind'Amour and Francis's history with the Hurricanes makes the potential move to Seattle intriguing, but it remains to be seen how negotiations will unfold.
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Seattle Kraken may be on verge of historic deal with Rod Brind'Amour
Seattle Kraken may be on verge of historic deal with Rod Brind'Amour
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AVRIL 30 | 690 ANSWERS Major buzz about a historic coaching change for Rod Brind'Amour Do you think the Kraken will be able to take Rod Brind'Amour away from Carolina? | ||
| Yes | 218 | 31.6 % |
| No | 472 | 68.4 % |
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