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 16 appearances in 27 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.
The Nashville Predators and Anaheim Ducks are two teams that are looking to come up from the bottom of the standings, but both of them are in slightly different situations. The Predators spent a ton of money last summer bringing in several big-name free agents, including Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault, but they missed the postseason and were one of the worst teams in the NHL last season. Related: Bruins Could Land Evan Rodrigues in Suggested Cap Dump Trade With Panthers The Ducks have been in the middle of a rebuild for the past several seasons, and while they are…
The NHL’s Central Division was arguably the best during the 2024-25 season, as it had five teams qualify for the playoffs, including the Presidents’ Trophy winners. While there’s been some turnover in the Central this offseason, it once again looks like it should be one of the best, if not the best, divisions in the NHL. Chicago Blackhawks The Chicago Blackhawks had a relatively quiet offseason compared to the previous year. Their main additions, Andre Burakovsky and Sam Lafferty, are not expected to make a significant impact, with a combined value of -0.2 wins. However, by moving on from Alec…
On Monday night, the Kitchener Rangers kicked off their training camp. They divided their 43-man training camp roster into two teams and opened up camp with a scrimmage at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. These scrimmages were open to the public, and while I didn’t get to spend as much time as I would have liked at this game, I was able to check out the first period and get a glimpse of what the Rangers will have to offer this season. From the drop of the puck, it was evident that players were trying to make a good first impression…
After a disappointing 2024-25 season, the Nashville Predators are 44 days from the start of the 2025-26 campaign, as they look to right the ship. They were busy again over the last couple of months as they look to bounce back from last season’s turbulent stability. The Predators kick off…
Earlier today, news broke that Tyson Barrie has announced his retirement from the NHL. The news first surfaced in a video from DNVR Avalanche on X when Barrie himself shared it. From there, word spread quickly and it became official. At the age of 34, Barrie is retiring from the…
When winger Mikael Granlund was traded to the Nashville Predators from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for Kevin Fiala at the 2018-19 trade deadline, there was a clear winner in the trade: the Predators. They secured a 27-year-old, top-line winger in Granlund, who still had another season remaining under contract…
From the eighth seed in the Western Conference to the Stanley Cup Final, the Nashville Predators provided hockey fans with a wild ride through the 2017 NHL Playoffs. At the center of that playoff run was Filip Forsberg. Forsberg is just one of former general manager David Poile’s many great…
The 2025 edition of the World Junior Summer Showcase (WJSS) wrapped up in Minneapolis with Finland proving once again that their development system is one of the most consistent and effective pipelines in international hockey. The U20 squad finished 4–1, outscoring opponents, showcasing not only their typical structure-first play but…
Yesterday in Hockey History: Aug. 5 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Aug. 7 The Nashville Predators hired their first coach in franchise history on this date, and he became one of the best to ever stand behind a National Hockey League bench. Plus, two Hall of Fame players landed in the…
This is the second edition of my top breakout candidates for each team in 2025–26. Next up is the Central Division—let’s dive in. Chicago Blackhawks: Connor Bedard After registering 61 points in 68 games as an 18-year-old rookie, there were high expectations for Connor Bedard‘s sophomore campaign. But he took…
The year is 1994. The location is Lillehammer, Norway. It’s a sudden-death shootout in the Olympic hockey finals. With the crowd screaming, Peter Forsberg is at the opposite blue line staring at Canada’s goalie, Corey Hirsch. Forsberg skates in and makes a move towards Hirsch’s right. All of a sudden with one…
Yesterday in Hockey History: July 18 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 20 One of the greatest coaches in the National Hockey League was born on this date many years ago. Also, two players who had great runs and won championships in Motown moved on to new homes. The THW time…
As the second week of the free agency is coming to a close, the Carolina Hurricanes have been busy so far. The team has made some key moves in getting Nikolaj Ehlers and K’Andre Miller, while extending Logan Stankoven. However, general manager Eric Tulsky has stated before, dating back to…
Yesterday in Hockey History: July 8 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 10 The events of July 9 are full of Hall of Fame names who left their mark on the National Hockey League, both on the ice and in the front office. There were trades, free agent signings, births, and…
During each offseason, each team has a list of restricted free agents who need to be qualified to retain their rights through free agency. PuckPedia describes a qualifying offer as: “In order for a team to keep a player’s RFA status, they must provide a Qualifying Offer. If they do…
The Vegas Golden Knights have traded defenseman Nicolas Hague — a pending restricted free agent — and a 2027 third-round pick to the Nashville Predators on Sunday night in exchange for defenseman Jérémy Lauzon and forward Colton Sissons. Immediately following the deal, Hague signed a four-year contract worth $5.5 million…
In a year that could be described as atrocious for Weber, Subban was outstanding. Subban played all 82 regular season games, finished with 59 points and was plus-18. Although the Predators did not make it as far in the playoffs as they did the previous season, Subban still managed to notch 9 points in 13 playoff games. Up to this point, the clear-cut winners of the trade were the Predators, although the play of both players in the following season would slightly even things out.
Yesterday in Hockey History: June 28 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 30 National Hockey League fans who love blockbuster trades have had plenty to be happy about on June 29 over the years. There was an action-packed day in 2016, and two Hall of Famers were traded to their hometowns…
With the 58th pick of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Nashville Predators have selected Jack Ivankovic from the Brampton Steelheads of the OHL About Jack Ivankovic Related: 2025 NHL Draft Tracker Although he doesn’t stand tall like other goaltenders, Jack Ivankovic is just as strong and effective in the crease….
