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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. 

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…

Western Conference Playoff Teams: Who’s Hot & Who’s Not
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The NHL playoffs begin this weekend, and there will surely be some highly competitive battles in the first round in each conference. Every team wants to enter the postseason firing on all cylinders, but that’s rarely the case for everyone. Let’s look at who’s hot and who’s not entering the playoffs, starting with the Western Conference.  Winnipeg Jets: Scorching Hot There may not be a team in the NHL hotter than the Winnipeg Jets. They’re riding a seven-game winning streak, including a 7-0 beatdown of the Colorado Avalanche, who will be the Jets’ first-round opponent. As you may have guessed, goaltending…

Projected Lineups for the Predators vs Penguins – 4/15/24
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The Nashville Predators take on the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents and others. PREDATORS (47-29-5) at PENGUINS (37-31-12) 7 p.m. ET; SN-PIT+, BSSO Predators projected lineup Filip Forsberg — Ryan O’Reilly — Gustav Nyquist Jason Zucker — Colton Sissons — Mark Jankowski Anthony Beauvillier — Tommy Novak — Luke Evangelista Cole Smith — Michael McCarron — Kiefer Sherwood Ryan McDonagh — Roman Josi Jeremy Lauzon — Dante Fabbro Spencer Stastney — Luke Schenn Juuse Saros Kevin Lankinen Scratched: Tyson Barrie, Dante Fabbro, Alexandre Carrier, Jaret Anderson-Dolan, Cody Glass Injured: None Status…

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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.