The Nashville Predators are showing signs of improved team cohesion after recent wins over the Toronto Maple Leafs and New York Rangers, with coach Barry Trotz emphasizing patience and process over immediate results. Trotz remains committed to developing younger players and is open to potential trades involving veterans like Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault, with the trade deadline approaching on March 6. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Kings experienced a significant front-office change as Marc Bergevin, previously a senior adviser, left for the Buffalo Sabres to join GM Jarmo Kekalainen as associate GM. Kings GM Ken Holland acknowledged Bergevin's contributions and stated that internal staff would assume some of his responsibilities, with no immediate plans to replace him. The Toronto Maple Leafs are amid a season of turmoil, sitting near the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Team leadership, including President and CEO Keith Pelley, is under scrutiny as the team faces injuries, underperformance, and long-standing issues stemming from past playoff collapses in 2021 and 2023. Pelley, who has been closely involved with the team since May, is considering whether leadership changes are necessary after the season. The team’s inability to replace key players like Mitch Marner and the failure to make strategic trades before the full no-move clause activation have contributed to their struggles. Fans are divided between anger and apathy, with no easy solutions in sight for the team’s future.