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Predators’ Steven Stamkos dishes on Rangers’ home struggles

The New York Rangers host the Nashville Predators at Madison Square Garden on Monday night. As Nashville’s struggles continue, this should be a winnable game for New York, which has playoff aspirations.

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Preds' O'Reilly regrets 'crybaby' postgame rant

Predators star Ryan O'Reilly said he regrets a frustration-fueled postgame rant last week in which he blamed himself for the team's struggles.

Ethan Haider News / Inside The Rink / November 10

ECHL Roster Transactions: Atlanta Gladiators | 11/09/2025

The Atlanta Gladiators have signed goaltender Logan Stein to a Standard Player Contract (SPC) following the recall of Ethan Haider to the AHL’s Milwaukee Admirals (Nashville Predators).

Juuse Saros News / NHL Trade Talk / November 8

Juuse Saros and the Oilers: Addressing the 3 Biggest Objections

As the Nashville Predators continue to spiral, the trade chatter around their roster is only getting louder. When veterans like Ryan O’Reilly are calling out his and the team’s struggles and names like Steven Stamkos are being floated, no player is immune to speculation — not even Juuse Saros.

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Steven Stamkos News / The Hockey Writers / November 8

Canadiens & Stamkos Are Far from a Good Trade Fit

Earlier this week, Sportsnet asked the question: “Why hasn’t it worked for Steven Stamkos in Nashville?” While they provided some interesting statistical

NHL News / Yardbarker

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Steven Stamkos News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 7

Predators rumors: The Nashville player on the trade block, and it isn’t Steven Stamkos

The Nashville Predators aren’t where they wanted to be in the second year of their all-in strategy. Steven Stamkos’ first year in Nashville was a flop, as he, Jonathan Marchessault, and Brady Skjei signed a couple of big contracts before the 2024-25 season, which ultimately led to them being one of the worst teams in the league.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 7

Perfect trade target could emerge for Oilers to get a star goalie

Perfect trade target could emerge for Edmonton Oilers to land a star goalie

As much as everyone wants to deny it, the clock is ticking on the Edmonton Oilers' window to win a Stanley Cup with Connor McDavid. Here's a move the Oilers should make.

Could Star Goalie Be Oilers’ Next Big Trade Target Amid Predators’ Struggles?

Fire sale time in Nashville? Not quite yet

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Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / November 7

Predators want to wait before selling off veterans

Things just keep going from bad to worse for the Nashville Predators, who are in the midst of a three-game skid that has dropped their record to 5-7-4.

Steven Stamkos News / NHL Rumors / November 7

NHL Rumors: Steve Stamkos, and the Toronto Maple Leafs Forward Depth

TSN: Trade speculation around Nashville Predators forward Steven Stamkos is a little premature at the moment, according to Pierre LeBrun. “There have not

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 7

Could Star Goalie Be Oilers’ Next Big Trade Target Amid Predators’ Struggles?

As the Nashville Predators continue to struggle, trade talk will surround that roster. As leaders like Ryan O’Reilly talk in post-game media scrums about how bad they are, or trade chatter surrounds Steven Stamkos, that same trade talk will filter over to other players.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / November 8

Fire sale time for Predators? Not quite yet

Things are not at a panic point in Nashville.

Perfect trade target could emerge for Edmonton Oilers to land a star goalie

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Nashville Predators News / NHL Trade Talk / November 7

Ryan O’Reilly Gets Real About His Struggles—And Contenders Will Notice

Nashville Predators veteran Ryan O’Reilly didn’t hold back after his team’s third consecutive loss, offering one of the most brutally honest postgame interviews of the young NHL season.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 7

After brutal Flyers loss, Predators’ Ryan O’Reilly goes scorched earth on… himself?

The Nashville Predators lost to the Philadelphia Flyers 3-1 on Thursday, falling to 5-7-4 on the season. After a dreadful campaign with high expectations a year ago, Nashville is stumbling out of the gate once again.

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Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / November 7

Predators’ Ryan O’Reilly: ‘I can’t make a 6-foot pass to save my life’

Ryan O’Reilly didn’t mince words when speaking with reporters following the Nashville Predators’ 3-1 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers Thursday night. The 17-year NHL veteran, who finished the night with a goal in 18:54 of ice time, expressed his frustration with a Predators group that has now lost 10 of their last 13 games.

Ryan O'Reilly News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 6

Predators' Ryan O'Reilly is emerging as a trade candidate

On an episode of Oilersnation Everyday earlier this week, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period mentioned Ryan O’Reilly’s name, saying that it is starting to make the rounds again.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 6

Stamkos Becoming ‘This Year’s Seth Jones’ Amid Trade Talk

On Wednesday’s episode of Morning Cuppa Hockey, Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman joined hosts Jonny Lazarus and Colby Cohen to discuss whether it’s time for the Nashville Predators and Steven Stamkos to consider parting ways.

Steven Stamkos News / The Hockey Writers / November 6

Lightning Should Avoid a Steven Stamkos Reunion

Steven Stamkos has had an underwhelming second season with the Nashville Predators (5-6-4). Through 15 games, he has just two goals, one assist, and three points, with a minus-5 plus/minus.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 5

Stunned Predators out to move forward vs. Flyers

The Nashville Predators will look to move past the disappointment of a wild conclusion to a 3-2 overtime loss at Minnesota when they play host to the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday.

Steven Stamkos News / Daily Faceoff / November 5

Could Predators find a trade fit for Steven Stamkos?

The Nashville Predators are not off to the start anyone involved in the organization would have hoped. After last season flamed out in the wake of multiple premier free agent signings, the expectation from GM Barry Trotz and head coach Andrew Brunette was that the roster would gel together this year and turn things around.

Cole Smith News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 2

Predators' Cole Smith out three to six weeks with upper-body injury

The Nashville Predators announced today that forward Cole Smith has suffered an upper-body injury and will be out with a three-to-six week recovery timeline.

Nashville Predators News / Breakaway on SI / November 2

Predators React to Viral SNL Skit

Live from the Nashville Predators, it's Saturday Night Live. Or, something like that. The Nov. 1 edition of the popular comedy, live-skit show featured a skit on the NHL that has quickly gone viral overnight.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 1

Predators strike for three in first, hold off Flames’ rally

Michael Bunting scored once in a three-point outing and the host Nashville Predators rode a three-goal first period to a 4-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Saturday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 30

Three NHL coaches in danger of a midseason firing

The NHL season is just about a month in, with nearly every team having played ten games so far. While several teams, such as the Pittsburgh Penguins, Seattle Kraken and Detroit Red Wings, have exceeded expectations, many have fallen short. Let's take a look at three NHL coaches on the hot seat.

Penguins-Flyers rivalry still going strong as OT ends in mayhem

The Predators continue to unravel under GM Barry Trotz

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Nashville Predators News / Last Word On Sports / October 26

Nashville Predators Captain Out Week-to-Week

We’ve got some injury news to share this weekend. News emerged that Nashville Predators defenceman and team captain Roman Josi is out week-to-week with an upper-body injury.

Nashville Predators News / Breakaway on SI / October 25

Predators Suffer Major Blow to Defense

The Nashville Predators will have to be without one of their star players for a bit. They recently announced that defenseman Roman Josi will be out on a week-to-week basis with an upper-body injury.