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Francis talks Kraken making playoffs in 2nd season in Q&A with NHL.com

Seattle GM also discusses 'building this from scratch,' standing pat before trade deadline

by Amalie Benjamin @AmalieBenjamin / NHL.com Staff Writer

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with …" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature Seattle Kraken general manager Ron Francis.  

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Kane talks being comfortable after trade to Rangers in Q&A with NHL.com

Forward also discusses rediscovering 'winning feeling' after 16 seasons with Blackhawks

by Dan Rosen @drosennhl / NHL.com Senior Writer

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with…" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature New York Rangers forward Patrick Kane.

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Coyne Schofield discusses Blackhawks role, motherhood in Q&A with NHL.com

United States gold medalist talks being player development coach, parental advice

by Tracey Myers @Tramyers_NHL / NHL.com Staff Writer

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with…" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature Olympic gold medalist Kendall Coyne Schofield, who's also player development coach and youth hockey growth specialist for the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Paddock talks expected 2023 NHL Draft top pick Bedard in Q&A with NHL.com

Regina coach calls working with star prospect 'once in a lifetime experience'

by Mike G. Morreale @mikemorrealeNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with …" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature Regina Pats coach John Paddock.

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Kessel talks Dream Gap Tour, growth of women's game in Q&A with NHL.com

Olympic gold medalist also discusses future plans, competitive nature with brothers

by Harvey Valentine / NHL.com Independent Correspondent

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with …" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature professional women's hockey player Amanda Kessel.

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Duggan discusses role with Devils in Q&A with NHL.com

Olympic gold medalist also gives thoughts on who could be 1st woman GM in hockey

by Amalie Benjamin @AmalieBenjamin / NHL.com Staff Writer

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with …" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature New Jersey Devils director of player development Meghan Duggan.

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Danault, Durzi discuss friendship in Q&A with NHL.com

Kings forward, defenseman also explain pregame rituals, fashion choices

by Jon Lane @JonLaneNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with …" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature Los Angeles Kings forward Phillip Danault and defenseman Sean Durzi.

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Staal talks Stadium Series, hockey in Raleigh in Q&A with NHL.com

Hurricanes captain also discusses team's success, Cup chances

NHL.com @NHLdotcom

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with …" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature Carolina Hurricanes forward Jordan Staal.

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Francis talks Kraken turnaround, 2024 Winter Classic in Q&A with NHL.com

GM shares thoughts on Trade Deadline approach, Carolina market hosting Stadium Series

by Tom Gulitti @TomGulittiNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with …" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature Hockey Hall of Fame forward and Seattle Kraken general manager Ron Francis.

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Backlund talks charity work, ALS awareness in Q&A with NHL.com

Flames forward, wife purchase suite for Special Olympics Calgary to attend home games, among other endeavors

by Sebastian Noren / NHL.com/sv Independent Correspondent

In NHL.com's Q&A feature called "Sitting Down with …" we talk to key figures in the game, gaining insight into their lives on and off the ice. Today, we feature Calgary Flames center Mikael Backlund and his charity work in Calgary.

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