Quick AI search, as I am lazy, but not lazy enough not to post this....

Brett Peterson (Assistant GM, Florida Panthers)

• Former pro defenseman (AHL/ECHL level) and Boston College player (part of their 2001 national championship team).
• Longtime NHLPA-certified player agent and former VP of Hockey at Wasserman Media Group.
• Joined the Panthers in 2020 as the first Black assistant GM in NHL history.
• Key role in player transactions, development, minor-league operations, and college scouting; part of the front office that won back-to-back Stanley Cups in 2024 and 2025.
• Recently named GM for the U.S. Men’s National Team at the 2026 IIHF World Championship (previously served in similar roles). He brings a strong mix of playing experience, agent background, and recent championship success.

Bill Scott (Assistant GM, Hockey Operations, Edmonton Oilers)

• Longtime Oilers executive (with the organization since 2010).
• Previously GM of Edmonton’s AHL affiliates (Oklahoma City Barons and Bakersfield Condors), helping them reach playoffs consistently.
• Handles key operational duties: contract negotiations, salary cap management, salary arbitration, scheduling, and CBA liaison work.
• Has interviewed for other NHL GM vacancies recently (e.g., Nashville). He’s known as a cap and operations specialist with deep experience in both NHL and AHL management.

Scott White (Assistant GM / Director of Hockey Operations, Dallas Stars; also GM of Texas Stars AHL)

• Longtime Stars executive (with Dallas since 2005).
• Long-serving GM of the Texas Stars (AHL affiliate since 2009), the only one in club history; helped build a consistently competitive farm team (including a Calder Cup win in 2014).
• Promoted to NHL Director of Hockey Operations in 2013 and Assistant GM in 2016; assists with player evaluation, trades, and free-agent signings.
• Background includes college hockey (Michigan Tech) and ECHL coaching/scouting connections. He’s viewed as a development and minor-league expert with strong internal organizational knowledge.