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A report has come to light from Carlos Monarrez of the Detroit Free Press, who said the Detroit Red Wings had a chance at signing center Steven Stamkos in the 2024 offseason.

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Counting Down the Best Nashville Predators Playoff Wins: 2016 Game 2 vs. Anaheim Ducks

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 36 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 14

The Best Predators Playoff Wins Ever, Continued: 2016 Game 1 vs. the Anaheim Ducks

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 37 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

Luke Prokop News / Inside The Rink / August 13

ECHL: Prokop Brothers Reunite With South Carolina Stingrays

The South Carolina Stingrays added two players Thursday, but their latest signings come with a connection that stretches well beyond the 2026-27 season.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 13

Nashville's Greatest Playoff Wins, No. 38: 2017 Game 3 vs. the Blackhawks

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 38 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 12

Ranking the Best Nashville Predators Playoff Wins — No. 39: 2017 Game 2 vs. Chicago

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 39 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

Luke Reid News / Inside The Rink / August 12

ECHL: Reading Royals Sign Luke Reid and Austin Mourar

The Reading Royals have added two new faces to their blueline with the addition of Luke Reid and Austin Mourar for the 2026-27 season. Reading now has six defensemen and four forwards signed for next season.

Pekka Rinne News / The Hockey Writers / August 12

Pekka Rinne’s Best Moments With the Predators

Longtime Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne will officially be a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame when he is inducted in November. He will join Shea Weber as the second Predators player to make it, and will be the only Finnish goaltender to earn the honor.

Massimo Rizzo News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 11

Massimo Rizzo Signs In Sweden

A former draft pick of the Carolina Hurricanes is headed overseas to continue his professional career. According to a team announcement, forward Massimo Rizzo has signed with Kalmar HC of the HockeyAllsvenskan for the 2026-27 season.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 11

Predators Playoff Wins, Ranked: Revisiting 2017 Game 1 vs. Chicago

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 40 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 8

Counting Down the Best Nashville Predators Playoff Wins: 2008 Game 3 vs. Detroit Red Wings

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 43 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 7

Counting Down the Best Nashville Predators Playoff Wins: 2015 Game 2 vs. Chicago Blackhawks

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 44 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 7

What the Nashville Predators Depth Chart Could Look Like at 2026 Training Camp

No one should be surprised with the numerous moves that Chris MacFarland made after taking over as president of hockey operations and general manager of the Nashville Predators in June.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / August 7

Predators GM Chris MacFarland is taking an expensive shortcut

The Nashville Predators needed a different plan after missing the playoffs for the second consecutive season. MacFarland certainly gave them one.

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NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 6

Counting Down the Best Nashville Predators Playoff Wins: 2015 Game 5 vs. Chicago Blackhawks

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 45 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 5

Counting Down the Best Nashville Predator Playoff Wins: 2019 Game 3 vs. Dallas Stars

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 46 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

Jordan Frasca News / Inside The Rink / August 4

ECHL: Jacob Frasca Heads To The NCAA

Reading Royals forward Jacob Frasca is heading to the NCAA after spending the last two seasons in the ECHL. Frasca, 23, had 12 goals and 16 assists for 28 points, along with 113 PIMs in 63 games last season.

Kevin Wall News / Inside The Rink / August 3

ECHL: Kevin Wall Heads Overseas

Tahoe Knight Monsters forward Kevin Wall is heading overseas to Germany to join the Krefeld Pinguine (DEL). Wall, 26, had 21 goals and 37 assists for 58 points in 53 games last season and would add an assist over the course of four Kelly Cup Playoff games.

Wyatt Cullen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 3

Joey Cullen, 2028 NHL Draft Prospect, Commits To Minnesota

Joey Cullen, the No. 1 2010-born recruit from the U.S., has committed to the University of Minnesota, he announced on his Instagram. His brother, Wyatt Cullen, played for Team USA at the World Junior Summer Showcase.

Mavrik Bourque News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 31

Predators GM gets real on Mavrik Bourque expectations after Stars trade

The Nashville Predators have a new general manager in Chris MacFarland. And he did not waste any time getting to work on his new team. This summer, he made a slew of moves, including an intriguing trade with the Dallas Stars for young forward Mavrik Bourque.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / August 6

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Nashville Predators’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

Jordan Oesterle News / Daily Faceoff / July 13

Jordan Oesterle retires after 12-year NHL career

Jordan Oesterle, who played for seven different teams over parts of 12 NHL seasons, announced his retirement on Monday afternoon via his agency, O2K Sports Management.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / July 10

3 More Moves The Nashville Predators Should Make This Offseason

The Nashville Predators have had a very busy offseason so far. New general manager Chris MacFarland has worked to reinvigorate the forward core via several trades and signings, starting with acquiring players from his former team, the Colorado Avalanche.

Justin Barron News / Daily Faceoff / July 6

Predators sign Justin Barron to one-year contract

A young rearguard is staying in the Music City for at least one more year. On Monday, Nashville Predators general manager Chris MacFarland announced that the team has signed defenseman Justin Barron to a one-year contract.

Matt Cullen News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Predators Draft Wyatt Cullen 10th Overall

With the 10th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Nashville Predators have selected Wyatt Cullen from the U.S. National Development Junior Team. Cullen is one of the best American prospects in the draft and has the genes to be a great NHLer.