Spring Cleaning: Chuck Fletcher & Dan Mackinnon FIRED by New Jersey Devils, More to Come?
Spring Cleaning: Chuck Fletcher & Dan Mackinnon FIRED by New Jersey Devils, More to Come?

Chuck Fletcher and Dan McKinnon have been fired from the New Jersey Devils organization as part of significant changes to the team's front office, a move that Zach Berman describes as long overdue at 00:12:49. Fletcher, who served as Senior Advisor to the President, Hockey Operations and General Manager, is criticized by Zach Berman for carrying over his poor front office track record from the Philadelphia Flyers, with both him and McKinnon being linked to the Devils’ lackluster player development and questionable contract decisions. McKinnon, who managed the Devils’ AHL affiliate, Utica Comets, is also noted for a decade of underwhelming prospect development, despite the organization's repeated high draft picks. Zach Berman connects these firings to a wider critique of the Devils’ front office over the last decade, highlighting missed opportunities and poor drafting decisions that have crippled the organization—most notably the inability to acquire or develop high-end talent like Quinn Hughes, whose likely contract extension in Minnesota further frustrates the Devils' situation (00:02:59). The show host underscores that errors by previous managers like Tom Fitzgerald and Ray Shero continue to haunt the franchise and laments persistent issues with a "boys club" mentality that recycles unsuccessful executives (00:16:34). Attention then turns to who could be next on the chopping block. Zach Berman identifies two top candidates: Dave Rogalski, the Devils’ goaltending coach since 2020, and Megan Duggan, director of player development since 2022. Rogalski, associated with deteriorating goaltending performance and stagnant goalie prospects, is considered by Zach Berman to be a near-certain firing in any impending purge (00:22:13). Duggan, while a hockey legend, is blamed for the lack of progress among skater prospects and an overall weak farm system, though Zach Berman suggests she could stay in the organization in a different role if removed from player development. Looking forward, Zach Berman expresses optimism about Sonny Maida’s leadership, hoping for a complete overhaul of the Devils' organizational culture and approach (00:28:27). With a chance to break away from outdated front office practices and failed scouting, there is hope that the franchise can restructure itself into a consistent Stanley Cup contender. As further staff changes loom and with the draft lottery approaching, Zach Berman anticipates a busy period of transition and potential improvement for the Devils (00:29:05). Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LODevils?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Subscribe to Locked On Devils! Follow me on the "X" app: @zachbrettberman Follow the show on the "X" app: @LockedOnDevils Listen to Locked On Devils: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnDevils For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Listener Survey: We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime: Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money: Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel: Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner. Visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Thumbnail credit: USA TODAY #NewJerseyDevils #Devils #NHL



Chicago Bulls Mock Draft If They GET GREAT NEWS!
Chicago Bulls Mock Draft If They GET GREAT NEWS!

Chicago Bulls news and rumors discussed on today’s show is all about the 2026 NBA Draft. Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CHAT. With the NBA draft lottery next Sunday we look at how the Bulls 2026 NBA Draft could look if they end up getting the first overall pick. They would have a tough decision to make between AJ Dybansta and Darryn Peterson. Chat Sports host Patrick Siepman breaks down the latest Bulls news and rumors on today’s Chicago Bulls YouTube video! Don't miss out on anything around your Chicago Bulls, SUBSCRIBE HERE! https://www.youtube.com/@bullsreport?sub_confirmation=1 Turn on those notis so you don't miss a single Bulls video! Are you on Twitter? Follow Sieps! https://x.com/PatSieps Want more NBA content? Subscribe to Chat Sports! http://www.youtube.com/@chatsports?sub_confirmation=1 Help get this video to more Bulls fans watching by sharing it! Want more Bulls YouTube videos? We got you: - Chicago Bulls Fans Just BIG-TIME NEWS!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA0VZFFGt6s - BRAND NEW Chicago Bulls 2026 NBA Mock Draft via ESPN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hO0fdH_kae8 - The Chicago Bulls Did It Again…: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfo2yEKuV0U Do you know ball? Prove it in the comments! - Who would you draft? Darryn Peterson or AJ Dybansta Support the @chatsports brand on all social media sites by giving us a follow: https://www.twitter.com/chatsports https://www.facebook.com/chatsports https://www.instagram.com/chatsports Want Bulls to win the Eastern Conference? LIKE the video right now! #ChicagoBulls #BullsNews #NBADraft #CSPP2026 #ad #CSB



DID THE PISTONS REALLY TRADE REGGIE MILLER ON DRAFT NIGHT? 🏀 #shorts
DID THE PISTONS REALLY TRADE REGGIE MILLER ON DRAFT NIGHT? 🏀 #shorts

Can you guess if this is TRUE or FALSE? "In the 1987 NBA Draft the Detroit Pistons selected Reggie Miller with the 6th overall ...



New Vikings FB Max Bredeson's Highlights from Michigan 🙌
New Vikings FB Max Bredeson's Highlights from Michigan 🙌

Watch Minnesota Vikings fullback Max Bredeson's college highlights from Michigan. He was selected 159th overall in the Fifth ...



NHL DRAFT LOTTERY: A LOOK BACK AT RECENT RESULTS #hockey #nhldraftlottery #odds #edmonton #florida
NHL DRAFT LOTTERY: A LOOK BACK AT RECENT RESULTS #hockey #nhldraftlottery #odds #edmonton #florida

National Hockey League fans since the 2000 National Hockey League draft lottery only nine teams since 2000 have retained the number one overall selection that is just 36% of the time today we look at some of the past results and some of the teams that have both retained the number one overall draft pick and teams that have been lucky enough to move up into the number one spot. Several teams have had great luck, including the New York Islanders, the Chicago Blackhawks, the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers. #hockey #draft #odds #predictions #overall #newyork #florida #chicago #edmonton #win #number1 #nhl



FANTASTIC SABRES NEWS: OWEN POWER FINALLY PROVING WHY HE WAS A 1ST OVERALL PICK
FANTASTIC SABRES NEWS: OWEN POWER FINALLY PROVING WHY HE WAS A 1ST OVERALL PICK

We're going over Buffalo Sabres d-man Owen Power, following his hot start against the Boston Bruins, and how he's showing off ...



FANTASTIC SABRES NEWS: OWEN POWER FINALLY PROVING WHY HE WAS A 1ST OVERALL PICK
FANTASTIC SABRES NEWS: OWEN POWER FINALLY PROVING WHY HE WAS A 1ST OVERALL PICK

We're going over Buffalo Sabres d-man Owen Power, following his hot start against the Boston Bruins, and how he's showing off why he was a 1st overall pick. SUPPORT the channel with SUPER THANKS! Contributors will be recognized with individualized comments, and my sincerest gratitude. CLICK the "$ THANKS" button to get started! This video is taking place after the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, and after the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The 2025 NHL Draft 1st Round went as follows: 1st) New York Islanders, Matthew Schaefer 2nd) San Jose Sharks, Michael Misa 3rd) Chicago Blackhawks, Anton Frondell 4th) Utah Mammoth, Caleb Desnoyers 5th) Nashville Predators, Brady Martin 6th) Philadelphia Flyers, Porter Martone 7th) Boston Bruins, James Hagens 8th) Seattle Kraken, Jake O’Brien 9th) Buffalo Sabres, Radim Mrtka 10th) Anaheim Ducks, Roger McQueen 11th) Pittsburgh Penguins, Benjamin Kindel 12th) Philadelphia Flyers (from New York Rangers via Vancouver Canucks and Pittsburgh Penguins), Jack Nesbitt 13th) Detroit Red Wings, Carter Bear 14th) Columbus Blue Jackets, Jackson Smith 15th) Vancouver Canucks, Braeden Cootes 16th) New York Islanders (from Calgary Flames via Montreal Canadiens), Victor Eklund 17th) New York Islanders (from Montreal Canadiens), Kashawn Aitcheson 18th) Calgary Flames (from New Jersey Devils), Cole Reschny 19th) St. Louis Blues, Justin Carbonneau 20th) Columbus Blue Jackets (from Minnesota Wild), Pyotr Andreyanov 21st) Nashville Predators (from Ottawa Senators), Cameron Reid 22nd) Pittsburgh Penguins (from Colorado Avalanche via Philadelphia Flyers), Bill Zonnon 23rd) Ottawa Senators (from Tampa Bay Lightning via Nashville Predators), Logan Hensler 24th) Pittsburgh Penguins (from Los Angeles Kings), Will Horcoff 25th) Chicago Blackhawks (from Toronto Maple Leafs), Vaclav Nestrasil 26th) Nashville Predators (from Vegas Golden Knights via San Jose Sharks), Ryker Lee 27th) Washington Capitals, Lynden Lakovic 28th) Winnipeg Jets, Sascha Boumedienne 29th) Chicago Blackhawks (from Carolina Hurricanes), Mason West 30th) San Jose Sharks (from Dallas Stars), Joshua Ravensbergen 31st) Los Angeles Kings (from Edmonton Oilers via Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins), Henry Brzustewicz 32nd) Calgary Flames (from Florida Panthers), Cullen Potter This video is also taking place after 2025 NHL Season, and after the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, where the Florida Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers in the Finals. Twitter: @LR99Gaming Portfolio: http://giopalermo.ca/ Twitch: legorocks99 #NHL #NHLNews #NHLTrade #NHLTrades #NHLTradeRumours #NHLNewsToday #NHLDraft #NHLProspects #Sabrehood #LetsGoBuffalo #BuffaloSabres #Buffalo #Sabres #Sabres50 #NHLBruins #BostonBruins #Boston #Bruins Hi. I'm "Gio Palermo", also known as "legorocks99" ("legorocks99Gaming", "LR99Gaming", or "LR99"). I post video game commentaries on YouTube revolving around "hockey", with a primary focus on "Vancouver Canucks", "Montreal Canadiens", "Detroit Red Wings", and top "NHL prospects" topics. These videos are uploaded with "NHL 26" gameplay in the background. I enjoy making these videos and I hope that you enjoy watching them! legorocks99 and all its denominations function under "Gio Palermo Media Inc."




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