Marc Bergevin’s name has been circulating a lot lately.
Some rumours have linked him to the general manager position in Calgary, and we know that the former Flanelle GM interviewed for the vacant Pittsburgh position. As a reminder, the Penguins fired Ron Hextall and are currently looking for his replacement.
We don’t know how the interview went for Bergevin, but one thing is certain. The Penguins have decided to make another call.
At least, that’s what Elliotte Friedman told us in the latest episode of his podcast (32 Thoughts).
The Sportsnet tipster also reported that, at the moment, John Chayka, Mathieu Darche, Dan MacKinnon, Eric Tulsky and Steve Greeley or Jason Karmanos are in the running for the Pittsburgh GM position.
Friedman adds Pens are entering Phase 2 of the interviews and the names he is hearing are Chayka, Darche, MacKinnon, Tulsky and either Greeley or Karmanos.
– NHL Watcher (@NHL_Watcher) May 17, 2023
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It’s 2023 and women’s place in the world of sports is becoming increasingly popular.
So, the Penguins met with Kate Madigan and Meghan Duggan for the GM position. But, if Friedman’s comments are anything to go by…
The two ladies in question are no longer in the running.
Next Penguins GM, at least two women methttps://t.co/JKtrcf6DwW
– RDS (@RDSca) May 17, 2023
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Back to Bergevin.
Clearly, he’ll have to wait a little longer before finding himself a GM job in the NHL. But seeing his name linked to certain rumours leads me to believe that this is a good sign for the future…
And to see that he (at least) interviewed with the Penguins is also a good example.
The fact is, Marc Bergevin has excellent qualities as a GM. We have to be honest in saying that he did a good job overall when he was with the Flanelle, even if some of his decisions still leave something to be desired.
But hey. Nobody’s perfect in life. Right?
As for what’s next for Pittsburgh, a little birdie tells me that Mathieu Darche will (finally) get the chance to make his mark as general manager in the big leagues.
I could be wrong… But if I had an old $2 to bet, that’s the direction I’d go in.
Breaking news
– Ken Holland stays in Edmonton.
Asked Holland if he planned on keeping his hands on the wheel as GM next season.
“Yes”
Asked about plans for succession he indicated he hadn’t gone too far down that path yet.
– Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) May 17, 2023
– Still, interesting. The NHL has options.
**Update**
As I’ve stated here over the last year: Expressed interest in potential ownership in @NHL clubs has been robust. From purchase (Ottawa), potential relocation (Arizona), and Expansion (Houston, Salt Lake, North Georgia, + more). ⏰. #HockeyTwitter– Kevin Weekes (@KevinWeekes) May 17, 2023
– Sidney Crosby is a really good person.
noted good guy sidney crosby pic.twitter.com/xD7GSKkuam
– m (@pghchick07) May 17, 2023
– To be continued. We know how dominant Nadal has been at this tournament since the start of his career.
Nadal to announce on Thursday whether he’ll play at Roland-Garros https://t.co/XGo1ZQrbKd
– La Presse Sports (@LaPresse_Sports) May 17, 2023
– Which team will be prepared to offer him a four-year contract? That’s the question.
James Harden reportedly declines his contract optionhttps://t.co/AajlDlbvvw
– RDS (@RDSca) May 17, 2023