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The Nashville Predators and general manager Barry Trotz were a seller coming into NHL Trade Deadline Day, as he dealt most of the team's upcoming unrestricted free agents.

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Trade Deadline Day Target: Nick Perbix

According to both Nicolas Cloutier of TVA Sports and RG Media’s Marco D’Amico, defenseman Nick Perbix could be among the Montreal Canadiens’ targets on Friday to add some depth to their defensive core.

Nashville Predators News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 6

Predators rumors: Nashville hasn’t received strong Ryan O’Reilly trade offer yet

The NHL Trade Deadline is just three hours away. The Nashville Predators are expected to sell before the deadline, with players such as Steven Stamkos being linked to other teams.

Nashville Predators News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Trade Deadline Update: Is Ryan O’Reilly Ready to Leave the Predators?

Ryan O’Reilly is one of several names to watch on Friday as the NHL trade deadline comes to close. The Nashville Predators’ center is a popular player, with teams calling to see if he’s available.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / March 5

Predators score 4 in 2nd period to beat Bruins

The Nashville Predators closed the second period with three straight goals to break open a one-goal game and went on to post a 6-3 win over the visiting Boston Bruins on Thursday night.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Nashville Predators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Predators Recall Joakim Kemell

Just before their game against Boston, the Nashville Predators recalled top prospect Joakim Kemell, noted by Nick Kieser of Lower Broad Pucks. He was dropped right into the lineup, playing for the first time with the big club since October.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 5

Predators continue fire sale, trade F Michael Bunting to Stars

The Dallas Stars added another veteran forward for their stretch run Thursday, acquiring forward Michael Bunting from the Nashville Predators for a third-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 5

Predators Trade Former Calder Trophy Finalist to Stars

The NHL Trade Deadline is 21 hours away but that does not mean all the trading needs to be done on Deadline Day. Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz does not seem like he is done dealing and continues to trade players from his team, which is clearly not contending at the moment.

Michael Bunting News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Stars acquire Michael Bunting from Predators for draft pick

One of the top dogs in the Western Conference is getting a little tougher. According to multiple reports, the Dallas Stars have acquired forward Michael Bunting from the Nashville Predators.

Nashville Predators News / Last Word On Sports / March 5

Nashville Predators Trade Forward to Divisional Rival

The Nashville Predators are making moves in and around the trade deadline. News emerged that the Predators are trading veteran forward Michael Bunting to the Dallas Stars.

Michael Bunting News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Michael Bunting gets traded ahead of NHL trade deadline for third straight season

Bunting, 30, was having a strong year in Nashville, heading into his third trip through free agency.

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Nashville Predators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Trade Deadline Primer: Nashville Predators

With the Olympic break now over, the trade deadline is this week. Where do each team stand, and what moves should they be targeting? We continue our look around the league, focusing on playoff-hunting teams, and we’re back with the Predators.

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Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Predators’ Ryan O’Reilly out day-to-day with upper-body injury

Some concerning news for one of the key veterans in Smashville. On Thursday, the Nasvhille Predators announced that forward Ryan O’Reilly is out day-to-day with an upper-body injury.

Nashville Predators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Nashville Predators Recall Three Players

After trading away three players in the last few days, the Nashville Predators have begun to turn over their roster towards younger players. The team announced today that they have recalled center Fedor Svechkov, winger Reid Schaefer, and defenseman Ryan Ufko from their AHL affiliate, the Milwaukee Admirals.

Steven Stamkos News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 5

Predators have 3-4 East teams inquiring on Steven Stamkos trade

The NHL trade deadline is now just over 24 hours away. Teams interested in buys for a playoff push are making calls, hoping to find their missing piece from a team selling.

Nashville Predators News / Breakaway on SI / March 5

Predators' Erik Haula Drawing Trade Interest

With the NHL Trade Deadline approaching soon, it sounds like general manager Barry Trotz and the Nashville Predators have chosen a path with already having dealt Michael McCarron and Cole Smith.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 4

Predators Trade Defenseman to Avalanche

Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz has furthered his position in the upcoming NHL Trade Deadline as he sends another piece of his roster away.

Nick Blankenburg News / Daily Faceoff / March 4

Avalanche acquire Nick Blankenburg from Predators

The Colorado Avalanche have acquired defenseman Nick Blankenburg from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft, the club announced Wednesday evening.

Steven Stamkos News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Analyzing The Three Teams Rumored To Land Stamkos

Predators center Steven Stamkos is enjoying a resurgence this season, recently hitting the 30-goal mark and on pace to pass his point total from last year, holding 47 as of Wednesday.

Viggo Gustafsson News / Daily Faceoff / March 4

Predators sign Viggo Gustafsson to three-year, entry-level contract

A promising young blueliner has inked his first NHL contract.

Nashville Predators News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 4

Predators’ Steven Stamkos gets candid about sudden Michael McCarron trade

The Nashville Predators drew a line in the sand with their trade deadline plans on Tuesday evening with two depth forward deals. The most surprising return was for Michael McCarron, as the Predators managed to trade him for a second-round pick from the Minnesota Wild.

Cole Smith News / The Hockey Writers / March 3

Golden Knights Acquire Cole Smith From the Predators

The Vegas Golden Knights have acquired Cole Smith from the Nashville Predators. In exchange, the Predators are receiving a third-round pick in the 2028 NHL Entry Draft as well as defenseman Christoffer Sedoff.

Michael McCarron News / Field Level Media / March 3

Wild acquire F Michael McCarron from Predators

The Minnesota Wild acquired forward Michael McCarron from the Nashville Predators on Tuesday in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft.