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Will the Predators make any big changes this offseason?

Despite having a veteran-laden roster built to win now, the Nashville Predators were eliminated from playoff contention on Monday. The Predators have now missed the playoffs in three of the last four seasons, and are facing the prospect of significant changes this offseason.

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Nashville Predators Sign Daniel Nieminen

The Nashville Predators have put pen to paper on one of their draft selections from last summer. The Predators have announced the signing of defenseman Daniel Nieminen to a three-year, entry-level contract that will begin next season.

Daniel Nieminen News / Daily Faceoff / April 14

Predators sign Daniel Nieminen to three-year, entry-level contract

The Nashville Predators have agreed to terms with defense prospect Daniel Nieminen on a three-year, entry-level contract, the club announced Tuesday afternoon.

Nashville Predators News / EasySportz / April 14

The Nashville Predators Almost Backed Into the Playoffs

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — It almost happened. Not with a surge, not with a statement — but with a stumble that somehow still had a chance to be enough. The Nashville Predators came within reach of backing into the Stanley Cup Playoffs, lingering in the race deep into the final week despite a stretch run that did little to inspire confidence.

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Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / April 14

Nashville Predators eliminated from playoff contention

The Nashville Predators‘ ever-dwindling hopes of qualifying for the Stanley Cup Playoffs reached an end on Monday night, with a 3–2 loss against the San Jose Sharks on home ice and a 5-3 win for the Los Angeles Kings.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Aiden Fink News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 13

Predators Sign Aiden Fink To Entry-Level Deal

The Nashville Predators have signed 2023 seventh-round pick Aiden Fink to a three-year, entry-level contract. Fink began his pro career earlier in the month, signing an AHL tryout contract after the end of his junior season at Pennsylvania State University.

Aiden Fink News / Daily Faceoff / April 13

Predators sign Aiden Fink to entry-level contract

A talented college player-turned-pro has inked his first NHL contract. On Monday, Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz announced that the team has signed forward Aiden Fink to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Jordan Oesterle News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 12

Predators Reassign Jordan Oesterle

April 12: This afternoon Nashville reassigned Oesterle to AHL Milwaukee, shared in a press release. The veteran skated in one game, last Thursday at Utah, playing just over 14 minutes and finishing a -1.

Nashville Predators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 11

Predators Recall Kevin Gravel, Nicolas Hague Out Day-To-Day

The Nashville Predators recalled veteran defenseman Kevin Gravel from the AHL’s Milwaukee Admirals before Saturday’s game over the Minnesota Wild. Gravel was a healthy scratch for the matchup but offered emergency depth for defenseman Nicolas Hague, who is out day-to-day with an upper-body injury per NHL.com’s Brooks Bratten.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 10

Predators have work to do to secure playoffs, while Wild jockey for home-ice edge

The Nashville Predators hope a return home for the final three games of the regular season will be enough to sneak them back into the Stanley Cup Playoffs after missing out last season.

Nashville Predators News / Stadium Rant / April 9

Can The Nashville Predators Win The 2026 Stanley Cup? Key Reasons They’re Contenders

The Nashville Predators are emerging as a legitimate contender for the 2026 Stanley Cup, combining elite goaltending, structured defense, and improved offensive depth.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 9

NHL Predictions: Nashville Predators vs Utah Mammoth, April 9th

Welcome back to NHL Predictions! Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey break down key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how games may play out.

Nashville Predators News / Field Level Media / April 8

Predators move into playoff position with shut-out win over Ducks

Goaltender Justus Annunen posted his first shutout of the season and Erik Haula netted one goal and one assist to pace the visiting Nashville Predators to a 5-0 victory over the slumping Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday.

Nashville Predators News / Last Word On Sports / April 7

NHL Rumours: Nashville Predators General Manager Search

It’s time for some more NHL rumours. We’re nearing the end of the 2025-26 regular season. However, we’ve already seen some massive changes late in the campaign.

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 7

NHL Predictions: Nashville Predators vs Anaheim Ducks, April 7th

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the slate of games and give in depth analysis.

Nashville Predators News / Field Level Media / April 5

Tyson Jost facilitates Predators' key win over Sharks

Tyson Jost set up the game winner, the insurance marker and added an empty-netter in the third period as the visiting Nashville Predators doubled up the San Jose Sharks 6-3 on Saturday night.

Luke Reid News / Inside The Rink / April 1

ECHL: Luke Reid Called Up To Utica Comets

The Utica Comets have recalled defenseman Luke Reid from the Adirondack Thunder. Reid, 24, has spent the entire season with the Adirondack Thunder, where he’s put up three goals and 16 assists for 19 points in 57 games.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / April 1

Predators Going in the Wrong Direction With General Manager Search

The Nashville Predators are interviewing general managers (GMs) after Barry Trotz announced he’s stepping down at the end of the 2025-26 season. In this regard, they’re doing something they’ve never done in their existence: going outside the organization.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / March 30

Predators GM Search to Two Coaches Who Need Contracts to Two Coaches on the Hot Seat

Darren Dreger: Peter Chiarelli (VP of hockey ops) has left the St. Louis Blues and is a candidate for the Nashville Predators GM position. Kevin Maxwell (pro scout and AHL GM) has left the Blues as well and is expected to rejoin the New York Rangers in a management position.

Ryker Lee News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 26

Predators prospect Ryker Lee scores highlight-reel goal in NCAA Tournament

The annual NCAA hockey tournament started hot with a matchup between Michigan State and UConn, two of the most exciting teams in the country. One of the Spartans’ top players, Nashville Predators prospect Ryker Lee, tied the game with a beautiful goal late in the first period.

Steven Stamkos News / NHL Trade Talk / March 24

Steven Stamkos Is Back to Scoring Like the Old Days

At 36, you might figure Steven Stamkos is starting to slow down. But anyone who’s been paying attention to the Preds lately knows that’s not true at all.

Barry Trotz News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 23

Barry Trotz dishes out 2-year extension to Predators forward amid pending retirement

Most general managers who have already announced their retirement might ride off into the sunset without too much action. However, that isn’t the way Nashville Predators legend Barry Trotz operates, as the team announced on Monday afternoon that he had signed former first-round pick Fedor Svechkov to a two-year contract extension.

Andrew Brunette News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

How Predators Head Coach Andrew Brunette Saved His Job

A season ago, Nashville Predators head coach Andrew Brunette looked like a dead man walking. After leading the Predators to the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the 2023-24 season, his team completely floundered in 2024-25.

Nashville Predators News / Breakaway on SI / March 22

Predators Finally Back in Playoff Position

General manager Barry Trotz of the Nashville Predators seemed to take the approach of selling off his UFA's at the trade deadline and banking on a higher draft pick, but head coach Andrew Brunette has his team playing some of the best hockey they have played this season.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / March 14

5 Reasons Why the Nashville Predators Didn’t Sell Everything at the Trade Deadline

The Nashville Predators (29-27-9) surprised many people with their moves over the deadline. They sold a few pieces, which was expected, but they didn’t sell as much as people imagined.