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Grading the Predators and Kraken’s Shane Wright & Matthew Wood Trade

We’ve had some blockbuster trades to begin the 2026-27 NHL season. This isn’t that, but the Nashville Predators and Seattle Kraken linked up for an interesting change-of-scenery trade for two recent high draft picks.

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Predators acquire Shane Wright from Kraken for Matthew Wood

The Nashville Predators and Seattle Kraken will be swapping a couple of young talents, with center Shane Wright going to Nashville and winger Matthew Wood going to Seattle.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / November 1

Nashville Predators Trade Former First Round Pick to Seattle Kraken

NASHVILLE — The Nashville Predators are making another trade, adding to a long list of moves by new Team President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Chris MacFarland since taking over in June.

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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?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

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Nashville Predators News / Field Level Media / November 1

NHL roundup: Predators' Steven Stamkos haunts old team in shootout

Former Tampa Bay captain Steven Stamkos scored the only goal in the fourth round of the shootout as the host Nashville Predators rallied to beat the Lightning 5-4 on Saturday afternoon.

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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.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 31

Nashville Predators Taking 'A Lot of Pride' In Penalty Kill

NASHVILLE — The Nashville Predators (5-4-5) secured the franchise's first extra time victory of the season on Saturday with a 5-4 shootout win over the Tampa Bay Lightning (8-3-2).

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 31

Preds' Steven Stamkos burns Lightning in third period, shootout

Former Tampa Bay captain Steven Stamkos scored the only goal in the fourth round of the shootout as the host Nashville Predators rallied to beat the Lightning 5-4 on Saturday afternoon.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 30

Lightning star Nikita Kucherov reportedly requests trade, won't re-sign

Another NHL star is looking for a trade and a fresh start. Nikita Kucherov, the league's reigning MVP and still one of its best players, has reportedly told the Tampa Bay Lightning organization and his teammates that he does not intend to re-sign with the team and has requested a trade.

Lightning GM responds to Kucherov trade request, draws hard line

6 landing spots for Kucherov after Lightning star requested trade

Wild reportedly offering big return for Dylan Larkin; why Red Wings declined

Anton Lundell records first hat trick as Panthers rout Jets again

Arseny Gritsyuk, Jack Hughes score twice as Devils beat Knights

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 30

Nikita Kucherov, Steven Stamkos tangle as Lightning visit Predators

Tampa Bay heads to Nashville to face the Predators Saturday afternoon in the first of two meetings this year, and the match will feature two dynamic former teammates on the ice together for the first time after one broke the other's franchise record.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 30

Predators Chants and Traditions: A First-Timer’s Guide to Smashville

NASHVILLE — The Predators score. Everyone stands. Tim McGraw enters the conversation. Before a first-time visitor has finished celebrating, the people nearby have moved on to a coordinated assessment of the opposing goaltender.

Nashville Predators News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 30

Predators’ Barry Trotz drops Alex Ovechkin truth bomb amid final game in Nashville

Barry Trotz had plenty of praise for Alex Ovechkin ahead of the Washington Capitals captain’s final regular-season appearance in Nashville, highlighting the impact the NHL legend has made throughout his career.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 30

Jayden Struble and Daemon Hunt Recall Their Journeys to Nashville

A choppy start from Nashville's blueliners has created an uncertain environment at the bottom of the team's rotation. Across the first 13 games of the season, the Predators have featured 11 different defensemen on the ice.

NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 29

Nashville Loses To Capitals After Surrendering 'Preventable' Goals

NASHVILLE. — Nashville (4-4-5) got 29 saves from Juuse Saros, scored two five-on-five goals and had Filip Forsberg's first multi-goal game of the year, but still lost 4-3 to the Washington Capitals (8-4-0).

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Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 29

Nashville Gets Better Start, But Drops Second Straight Home Game

NASHVILLE — A celebratory night turned bittersweet for the Predators. Nashville (4-4-5), on an evening the organization celebrated Barry Trotz by inducting him into the Golden Hall, took an early lead but couldn't hold on as the Washington Capitals (8-4-0) spoiled the party with a 4-3 victory.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 29

The Most Important Lineup at Bridgestone Might Be the Food

NASHVILLE — Fortunately, Bridgestone Arena’s menu offers options: birria nachos served in a Boom Box, a footlong hot dog wrapped in bacon, and a barbecue sampler that saves you from choosing just one meat.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 29

'Hockey's Going to Feel Weird When He's Gone': Predators Prepare For Alexander Ovechkin's Last Trip To Nashville

NASHVILLE — The Nashville Predators welcome the greatest goal-scorer in NHL history into Bridgestone Arena on Thursday as Alexander Ovechkin plays his final regular season game on Broadway.

Matt Murray News / Inside The Rink / October 29

AHL Game Recap: Murray’s 37-Save Shutout Leads Milwaukee Past Manitoba 3-0

The Milwaukee Admirals defeated the Manitoba Moose 3-0 Wednesday night at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, thanks to a 37-save shutout by Matt Murray and two goals from Tyson Jost.

Brady Martin News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 28

Front Office Thoughts on Brady Martin's Future

In his appearance on 102.5 The Game, Nashville general manager Chris MacFarland spoke about the organization's top prospect, Brady Martin, and where he is developmentally, their plans for him and his performance so far this season in the AHL.

Chris MacFarland News / Nashville Predators On SI / October 28

Chris MacFarland Comments on the State of Nashville's Defensive Unit

Ahead of Tuesday's loss to the New York Islanders, Nashville's first-year general manager, Chris MacFarland, was a guest on 102.5 The Game. He spoke about the Predators' struggles on the blue line through the early stages of the season and their approach to the position, where the lineup has been in constant disarray.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

Takeaways From Predators’ 5-4 Shootout Loss vs. Islanders

The Nashville Predators (4-3-5) suffered another post-regulation defeat on Tuesday, a 5-4 shootout loss to the New York Islanders (6-4-2). The Predators lead the league in overtime/shootout losses with five, and have yet to win a game in overtime this season.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

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.

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.

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

The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

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.

Justus Annunen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 15

Predators Activate Justus Annunen

The Nashville Predators activated goaltender Justus Annunen off of injured reserve today, per team reporter Brooks Bratten. In a corresponding move, the club reassigned netminder Matthew Murray to its AHL affiliate, the Milwaukee Admirals.

William Trudeau News / Daily Faceoff / October 9

Predators place William Trudeau on injured reserve

Some unwelcome news in Smashville this early in the season. On Friday, the Nashville Predators announced that defenseman William Trudeau has been placed on injured reserve.