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The Nashville Predators joined the NHL in 1998 as an expansion franchise and didn’t reach the playoffs until their sixth season. Since then, they have consistently reached the postseason with 15 appearances in 25 seasons. They reached the Stanley Cup Final in 2017 but lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Predators are known for their raucous fanbase and atmosphere that often includes throwing a catfish onto the ice and regularly involves country music stars. 

Revisiting Top 2023 NHL Free Agent Signings 1 Season Later
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With the regular season coming to an end, it is the perfect time to look back on how the top free agents from the 2023 offseason performed in their first season with their new clubs. In analyzing the 2023 NHL free agency signings, some players have reignited their careers by joining teams poised to redefine their legacies. Unfortunately, some have faced challenges after joining teams that were not a good fit, finding themselves locked into long-term contracts without a way out. Matt Duchene, Dallas Stars: A Matt Duchene signed a one-year deal at $3 million average annual value (AAV) with…

Predators Prospect Spotlight: Zachary L’Heureux
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Zachary L’Heureux is slowly becoming the newest star in the Nashville Predators prospect system. At the young age of 20, he has already proven himself to be a formidable player in the American Hockey League (AHL), blending a unique mix of skill and tenacity that promises a bright future in the NHL. Currently, in his debut AHL season, L’Heureux has not only showcased his scoring touch with 19 goals and 29 assists but also his tendency for playing recklessly and aggressively, accumulating a league-leading 197 penalty minutes. His scoring productivity this season has him in the top five in nearly every statistical category for the Milwaukee…

Where the Western Conference Playoff Matchups Stand Right Now
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While the Eastern Conference matchups for the 2024 NHL playoffs are set, that is not the case for those teams in the Western Conference. Here is a look at where the playoffs stand in the Western Conference One Matchup is Set The Winnipeg Jets’ victory over the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday (April 16) clinched second place in the Central Division for the Jets and home-ice advantage in their first-round playoff series with the Colorado Avalanche while extending its winning streak to seven games. It will be the first time these two teams meet in the playoffs. The Avalanche will be…

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Projected Lineups for the Predators vs Blackhawks – 4/12/24
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The Nashville Predators face the Chicago Blackhawks tonight at the United Center. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PREDATORS (45-29-5) at BLACKHAWKS (23-50-5) 8:30 p.m. ET; NBCSCH+ 2, BSSO Predators projected lineup Filip Forsberg — Ryan O’Reilly — Gustav Nyquist Mark Jankowski — Colton Sissons…

Projected Lineups for the Blues vs Predators – 4/4/24
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The St. Louis Blues take on the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents and others. BLUES (40-31-4) at PREDATORS (43-28-4) 8 p.m. ET; HULU, ESPN+ Blues projected lineup Brandon Saad — Robert Thomas — Jake Neighbours Alexey Toropchenko — Pavel Buchnevich…

7 Things About P.K. Subban
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Pernell-Karl Subban, known to most as P.K., is one of the most dynamic defensemen in recent memory. His electrifying play on the ice combines with his equally-charismatic personality off-ice into a person who is both beloved and criticized, often at the same time. But regardless of how you view him,…

 

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Predators FAQ

What year were the Nashville Predators founded?

The Nashville Predators joined the NHL in 1998 as an expansion franchise.

When did the Nashville Predators play their first game?

The Predators played their first game on Oct. 10, 1998, versus the Florida Panthers and lost 1-0.

Who is the current head coach of the Nashville Predators?

John Hynes is the current head coach for the Nashville Predators.