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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. 

Coyotes End Predators’ 18-Game Point Streak with 8-4 Win

For 18 straight games, no NHL team has beaten the Nashville Predators in regulation. The team has been red-hot recording a point in 18 straight games. On Thursday, that streak officially came to a close at the hands of the Arizona Coyotes who have been sneakily good during their home stretch. The win against the Predators marks the third win in the past four games for the Coyotes. Here are some takeaways from the 8-4 win on Thursday. The Youth Shines Once Again Three of the youngest players on the Coyotes had fantastic nights which powered the team to their…

Unpacking the Nashville Predators’ 18-Game Point Streak

Amid a season that can only be described as resurgent and defiant, the Nashville Predators are in the middle of a franchise-record 18-game point streak, catapulting themselves from squarely outside of the playoff picture as of early February to the number one wild-card spot in the Western Conference. This historic run is a testament to the tenacious spirit of a team reborn from its own ashes and who are now looking to make a run in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Predators’ Defensive Improvement A crucial part of the Predators’ recent success has been star defenseman Roman Josi’s incredible play. Josi…

2 Potential Offseason Trade Destinations for Evander Kane

The Edmonton Oilers have chosen to go all-in this season and hope they can win their first Stanley Cup since 1990, and their sixth in franchise history. With the acquisitions of Adam Henrique, Sam Carrick, and Troy Stetcher at the 2024 Trade Deadline, they filled the holes they had throughout their lineup and now have a strong team heading into the postseason. They also didn’t need to move anyone off their current roster to bring these players in, which was another huge bonus and should help them down the stretch. One player who could become a cap casualty in the…

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Grading Avalanche’s Trade for Yakov Trenin

The Colorado Avalanche continue to be one of the most active teams ahead of tomorrow’s 3 PM trade deadline. After acquiring Sean Walker and Casey Mittelstadt in separate trades, GM Chris MacFarland strengthened the team’s bottom-six by acquiring Yakov Trenin from the Nashville Predators. Here are the full details of the deal: Trenin is…

Glass Propels Predators to 8th Straight Win

Cody Glass scored his first NHL hat trick, and the Nashville Predators extended their winning streak to eight games with a 5-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche at Bridgestone Arena on Saturday.  It was Nashville’s eighth straight victory, matching the second-longest winning streak in franchise history. The win also launched…

 

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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.