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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. 

Projected Lineups for the Predators vs Canucks – 11/17/24
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The Nashville Predators take on the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PREDATORS (5-10-3) at CANUCKS (9-4-3) 10 p.m. ET; SNP, FDSNSO Predators projected lineup Filip Forsberg — Ryan O’Reilly — Gustav NyquistJonathan Marchessault — Tommy Novak — Steven StamkosLuke Evangelista — Colton Sissons — Jusso ParssinenCole Smith — Michael McCarron — Zachary L’Heureux Brady Skjei — Roman JosiJeremy Lauzon — Alexandre CarrierMarc Del Gaizo — Luke Schenn Juuse SarosScott Wedgewood Scratched: Mark Jankowski, Adam Wilsby, Philip Tomasino Injured: None Status report Latest for THW: Canucks projected lineup Pius Suter —…

Projected Lineups for the Predators vs Flames – 11/15/24
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The Nashville Predators take on the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PREDATORS (5-9-3) at FLAMES (8-6-3) 9 p.m. ET; SNW, FDSNSO Predators projected lineup Filip Forsberg — Ryan O’Reilly — Steven StamkosJonathan Marchesssault — Colton Sissons — Gustav NyquistLuke Evangelista — Jusso Parssinen — Philip TomasinoCole Smith — Michael McCarron — Zachary L’Heureux Brady Skjei — Roman JosiJeremy Lauzon — Alexandre CarrierMarc Del Gaizo — Luke Schenn Juuse SarosScott Wedgewood Scratched: Mark Jankowski, Adam Wilsby Injured: Tommy Novak (upper body) Status report Latest for THW: Flames projected lineup Jonathan…

Oilers Defeat Predators 3-2 in Overtime as McDavid Gets 1,000th Career Point
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The comeback fell just short, as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Nashville Predators in overtime by a score of 3-2 on Thursday night (Nov. 14). The Oilers improve to 9-7-1 on the season, while the Predators fall to 5-9-3, and are tied for last place in the Central Division. Edmonton picked up their third-straight victory, while Nashville lost their second in a row. The Predators opened the scoring 8:21 into the contest on a point-shot by Roman Josi, redirected in the high slot by Michael McCarron, beating Oilers goaltender, Calvin Pickard on the first shot of the game. Edmonton tied…

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Projected Lineups for the Oilers vs Predators – 11/14/24
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The Edmonton Oilers face the Nashville Predators at Rogers Place tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PREDATORS (5-9-2) at OILERS (8-7-1) 9 p.m. ET; SNW, FDSNSO Predators projected lineup Filip Forsberg — Ryan O’Reilly — Steven StamkosJonathan Marchesssault — Colton Sissons — Gustav NyquistLuke…

Projected Lineups for the Predators vs Avalanche – 11/11/24
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The Nashville Predators take on the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PREDATORS (5-9-1) at AVALANCHE (7-8-0) 9 p.m. ET; FDSNSO, ALT, TVAS-D Predators projected lineup Steven Stamkos — Ryan O’Reilly — Filip ForsbergJonathan Marchessault — Colton Sissons —…

 

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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.