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Nashville Defenseman Jayden Struble Wins Fight As Predators Defense Takes Step Forward

NASHVILLE — Nashville took another step on the blue line on Sunday, physically dominating the Colorado Avalanche in a 6-2 home victory. The Predators killed all four Avalanche penalties, preventing Colorado from mustering a single shot on the first three, blocked 10 shots, and outhit their Central Division rivals 18-15.

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Takeaways from Predators 6-2 Win over Avalanche

The Nashville Predators (4-3-4) have been the most unpredictable team in the league. A few days after the worst performance of the season against the Boston Bruins, they headed home to face the Colorado Avalanche (6-5-1) and dominate.

Steven Stamkos News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 26

Stamkos Goal Upheld on Review, Lifting Predators Past Avalanche

NASHVILLE — Steven Stamkos did it again. The Predators' top scorer in 2026-27 scored his sixth and seventh goals of the season, leading Nashville to a 6-2 win over the Colorado Avalanche.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 25

Ryan O’Reilly scores twice as Predators dismantle Avalanche

Ryan O'Reilly scored twice, including the game-winner, and added two assists, leading the Nashville Predators to a 6-2 win over the visiting Colorado Avalanche on Sunday night.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 25

Nashville Dominates Special Teams For Victory Over Avalanche

NASHVILLE — The Nashville (4-3-4) didn't look like a team that lost in overtime last night. The Predators dominated special teams and imposed their will on the Colorado Avalanche (6-5-1) to win the second game of the franchise's first back-to-back 6-2.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Chris MacFarland News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Chris MacFarland Is Putting His Stamp On The Predators

When General Manager Chris MacFarland took over the Nashville Predators, people expected him to make major changes to a group that had been spinning its wheels for several seasons.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 24

How Nashville Has Lost Each of its Four Overtime Games

As of Saturday, the Predators are the only team in the league to lose four overtime games. Just 11 contests into the season, over a third of their matchups have required time beyond the standard 60 minutes.

NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 24

Nashville Falls to Pittsburgh Thanks to a Disastrous End

Nashville suffered another road loss in dramatic fashion after falling to the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 in overtime. The win comes just three days after the Predators fell victim to their worst loss of the season.

Daemon Hunt News / Yardbarker / October 24

Predators claim Daemon Hunt off waivers from division rival Wild

Minnesota placed the 24-year-old on waivers on Friday in order to open up room on the roster with the return of blue-liners Jared Spurgeon and Olli Maatta.

Predators try to regroup against Penguins after blowout loss

David Pastrnak scores 2 goals, Bruins thrash Predators

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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.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 24

Nashville Predators Rectify Centennial Sportsplex Locker Room

NASHVILLE — The Nashville Predators have taken steps to rectify a privacy issue at the Centennial Sportsplex. The Centennial Sportsplex is currently undergoing renovations to include a new players-only parking lot, a new rear entrance, a dedicated dining area with a players lounge and recovery room for the Nashville Predators.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 24

Predators Claim Daemon Hunt Off Waivers; Place Jack Ahcan On Waivers

The defensive shakeup in Nashville continues. Michael Russo of The Athletic reports (Twitter link) that the Predators have claimed blueliner Daemon Hunt

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Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 24

Nashville Predators Foundation Partners with Amazon For Halloween Event

NASHVILLE — The Nashville Predators welcome their fans to a Halloween celebration ahead of Tuesday's game against the New York Islanders. Predators fans

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 23

Predators try to regroup against Penguins after blowout loss

Nashville Predators coach Andrew Brunette expects a response from his team Saturday as it ends a two-game road trip against the Pittsburgh Penguins after a lopsided defeat in Boston.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 23

Predators Stock Exchange: Nashville Gets Shut Out in Boston

NASHVILLE — The market closed in the red at TD Garden. The Nashville Predators were blanked 6-0 by the Boston Bruins on Thursday night, sending the team’s early-season portfolio into a tailspin.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 23

What Went Wrong in Nashville's Blowout Loss in Boston

Not a lot went right for the Nashville Predators on Thursday night. A 6-0 loss to the Bruins serves as the Predators' worst losing deficit since a 9-2 loss to the Dallas Stars on Feb.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 23

What Went Wrong in Nashville's Blowout Loss in Boston

Not a lot went right for the Nashville Predators on Thursday night. A 6-0 loss to the Bruins serves as the Predators' worst losing deficit since a 9-2 loss to the Dallas Stars on Feb.

Nashville Predators News / Viral Sports News / October 23

Nashville Predators Receive Major Trade Update Before Friday

The Nashville Predators added physicality and mobility to their blue line earlier this month by acquiring defenseman Jayden Struble from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for a second-round selection in the 2027 NHL Draft.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / October 21

Predators looking to reshape blueline

Teams across the NHL are gauging their worth in the early weeks of the 2026-27 season, with one team potentially looking to bolster its back end. The Nashville Predators entered the 2026-27 season after fighting for a Wild Card spot in the Western Conference last season, ultimately coming up short.