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Pekka Rinne had a Hall of Fame case, despite underwhelming resume

The Hockey Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2026 on Monday, headlined by former Boston Bruins‘ captain Patrice Bergeron and Montreal Canadiens‘ legend Carey Price.

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Erik Haula Prefers To Stay With Predators

According to Kevin Weekes of ESPN, Erik Haula, one of three free agents on the Nashville Predators set to become unrestricted on July 1, wants to remain in Tennessee.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / June 21

Nashville Predators’ 2026 Free Agents & Extension Candidates

The Nashville Predators are in a pivotal offseason. They’re stuck between competing for the Stanley Cup and for the first overall pick, and they’re probably closer to the former option.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 19

NHL Rumors: Noise picking up around Connor Hellebuyck and Winnipeg Jets

Alex Daugherty: The Nashville Predators trading for Ross Colton likely means that Erik Haula won’t be re-signed and that he’ll be going to free agency.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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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.

Jamie Langenbrunner News / Daily Faceoff / June 17

Predators hire Jamie Langenbrunner as assistant to general manager

The Nashville Predators announced on Wednesday that they’ve hired Jamie Langenbrunner as an assistant to the general manager. “We are thrilled to welcome

Nashville Predators News / NHL Rumors / June 18

Nashville Predators Make a Trade and Will Keep Coaching Staff But Want to Improve

The Toronto Maple Leafs were not the only ones to make a trade on Tuesday. New President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Chris MacFarland is starting to leave his imprint on the Nashville Predators.

Ross Colton News / Inside The Rink / June 16

Nashville Predators Acquire Ross Colton from Colorado

The Nashville Predators’ new general manager, Chris MacFarland, has made his first trade since taking the job. The deal comes from the team he left as the general manager of the Colorado Avalanche to join the Predators.

Gunnarwolfe Fontaine News / Inside The Rink / June 12

ECHL: Gunnarwolfe Fontaine Heads Overseas

Cincinnati Cyclones forward Gunnarwolfe Fontaine is heading overseas to Italy to play with HC Pustertal in the EIHL. In his first full season in the ECHL, Fontaine had 21 goals and 24 assists for 45 points in 71 games.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / June 9

Top 10 Nashville Predators Prospects: Pre-2026 Draft Edition

The Nashville Predators are at a crossroads this season. They’re stuck between being too good to compete for the first overall pick and too poorly built to compete for the Stanley Cup.

Chris MacFarland News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 8

Predators rumors: Will new president Chris MacFarland immediately retool Nashville’s roster?

The Nashville Predators are entering a new era under president and general manager Chris MacFarland, who joined the franchise after helping build the Colorado Avalanche team that won the Stanley Cup in 2022.

Nashville Predators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 8

Free Agent Focus: Nashville Predators

Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Chris MacFarland News / Daily Faceoff / June 7

Expect a retool to begin MacFarland’s tenure in Nashville

The Nashville Predators are in a new era under president and general manager Chris MacFarland, and while they won’t be entering a full rebuild, there are

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Rob Blake News / NHL Trade Talk / June 5

Predators With Another Huge Hire, Bring in Rob Blake

Just hours after hiring Chris MacFarland to be the GM and President of Hockey Operations, the Nashville Predators have announced they have hired Rob Blake as the Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations.

Rob Blake News / Daily Faceoff / June 5

Predators hire Rob Blake as executive VP of hockey operations

A former NHL general manager is taking on a different role with a new team. On Friday, new Nashville Predators GM Chris MacFarland announced that the team has hired Rob Blake as the team’s new executive vice president of hockey operations.

Chris MacFarland News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 4

Next move Predators must make after Chris MacFarland hiring

The Nashville Predators hired Chris MacFarland as their new general manager, bringing him in from the Colorado Avalanche. Barry Trotz has been moved into an advisory role as Nashville looks to rebuild its roster after a dreadful season.

Chris MacFarland News / Ball Exclusives / June 2

Predators hire Chris MacFarland as general manager

The Nashville Predators have named Chris MacFarland as the president of hockey operations and general manager. MacFarland was formerly the general manager of the Colorado Avalanche, where he spent 11 years with the organization.

Roman Josi News / Daily Faceoff / May 31

Predators’ Roman Josi named MVP of 2026 IIHF World Championship

Switzerland’s Roman Josi has been named MVP of the 2026 IIHF Men’s World Championship after leading his country to a silver medal. The 35-year-old has taken home second place four times at the World Championship, with the veteran losing 1-0 to Finland on Sunday in the gold medal game.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 31

Top 10 ‘big guy’ prospects for the 2026 NHL Draft

Yesterday, we took a look at 10 of the better “small guy” prospects in the 2026 NHL Draft. Today, we’re going the opposite direction, looking at the true big dawgs of the draft class.

Felix Nilsson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 29

Predators Sign Felix Nilsson To Entry-Level Contract

According to a team announcement, the Nashville Predators have signed forward Felix Nilsson to a three-year, entry-level contract. The Predators didn’t disclose the financial terms of the deal, but it will carry through the 2028-29 season.

Isak Walther News / Inside The Rink / May 21

ECHL: Isak Walther Signs With Sport in Finland’s Liiga

The Atlanta Gladiators will have another major hole to fill heading into the 2026-27 season as forward Isak Walther has signed overseas with Sport in Finland’s Liiga.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 20

Vegas Golden Knights Have Cap Issues to Resolve to Sign Multiple Players

It is never easy to talk about teams that are still in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but it is part of the business. As we have seen, teams like the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers are going on long playoff runs and have to deal with their free agents days before July 1st.