Predators Are Failing Pekka Rinne
At the beginning of the season, I thought goaltending was going to be the biggest issue for the Nashville Predators. Many fans were left questioning if Pekka Rinne was too …
Predators Goaltending
Pekka Rinne’s Window to Win Is Shrinking
The Nashville Predators knew what they were getting when they drafted Pekka Rinne. It only took 258 picks in the 2004 draft to land him. Not only was his 6-foot-5 …
Penguins Have Pekka Rinne’s Number
There are certain teams that some players love facing, and then there are other squads that players would really rather never see again. Sometimes these preferences are created because of …
You’re Wrong About Pekka Rinne’s Game 1
Following Game 1 of the 2017 Stanley Cup Final, Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne’s stat line—four goals against, .636 save percentage—did not look pretty. But if you add context to …
Pekka Rinne Finds His Mojo
Everything seems to be falling into place for the Nashville Predators. After Tuesday night’s impressive 2-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues, it finally seems the puzzle pieces have come …
Juuse Saros: Future of the Predators’ Crease
In today’s NHL, it’s rare to see a goaltender under six-feet tall. But the Nashville Predators’ goaltender Juuse Saros who, at just 5’11 and 21 years of age, looks poised …
Top 3 All-Time Predators Goalies
The Nashville Predators have been around for just 19 seasons, meaning their “all-time lists” in terms of team history simply lack richness compared to other storied franchises. However, the Predators …
Predators Goalie Mine Keeps Producing Gems
“Goaltending is the great equalizer.” “Show me a good goalie and I’ll show you a good coach.” The platitudes are endless, all extolling the importance of goaltending to the success …
Rinne’s Play a Spin of the Wheel
As the National Hockey League enters its 100th year (yes, I know, it is technically only the 99th season), it is truly astounding that, with a century of data to …
Predators’ Future Goalie Dilemma?
The Nashville Predators have been lucky the past few years possessing an elite goaltender and having an undeniable starter with Pekka Rinne. However, as he is getting older, there is …
Predators Done Being Prey
The Nashville Predators raised questions early on in the season due to their slow start and below average winning record, especially for a team many saw as being top contenders …
Predators Rearguard Have Them in the Hunt
The Nashville Preators are 2-4-0 just six games into the 2016-17 season. They have seen their fair share of ups and downs so far, but for the most part it’s been …
