Barry Trotz

This Day in Hockey History – August 6, 1997 – Trotz to Nashville

What a special circumstance when an NHL team’s first coach is someone new to NHL coaching. Newby coach Barry Trotz, hired...

Islanders-Penguins Playoff Preview

The New York Islanders were one of the surprise teams in the NHL this season. In the summer, they hired Barry Trotz as head...

The Winter Classic–Too Much Glare?

(Photo: @washcaps Twitter) It's become one of the beloved traditions for hockey fans to ring in a new year--watching their sport played in the elements....

Washington Capitals Name Barry Trotz as New Head Coach, Brian MacLellan as GM

(Photo: Jerome Miron, USA TODAY Sports) In a press conference held this morning, the Washington Capitals introduced Barry Trotz as the team's new head coach...

Nashville Predators Name Peter Laviolette Head Coach

(photo: Associated Press) The Nashville Predators have named Peter Laviolette the team's next head coach. Laviolette will be replacing Barry Trotz after his contract wasn't renewed...