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Swedish players speak out against Olympic playing time

Swedish players speak out against Olympic playing time

Of all the teams that competed at the Olympics, no team has more reason to be dissatisfied with its result than Team Sweden. Widely tabbed as the third most talented team in the tournament behind the United States and Canada, the Swedes did not even play for a medal after falling to Team USA in overtime in the quarterfinal.

Nashville Predators News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 23
Predators’ Steven Stamkos breaks silence on trade rumors ahead of deadline

Predators’ Steven Stamkos breaks silence on trade rumors ahead of deadline

After a slow start to the 2025-26 season, Nashville Predators star forward Steven Stamkos has rediscovered his scoring touch. Since Nov. 26, the Canadian has amassed 24 goals and 39 points over a 24-game span — that’s second to only the best player in the world in Connor McDavid, who was just named MVP of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 23
Olympic boost? Five NHL players who could surge, including golden goal scorer Jack Hughes

Olympic boost? Five NHL players who could surge, including golden goal scorer Jack Hughes

Could a strong Olympics provide a boost to players when the NHL season restarts Wednesday? St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington took off after another international tournament in 2025.

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Jake Lucchini News / Daily Faceoff / February 23
Predators sign Jake Lucchini to one-year contract extension

Predators sign Jake Lucchini to one-year contract extension

On Monday, Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz announced that the team has signed forward Jake Lucchini to a one-year, two-way contract extension.

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The 'Most NHL goals by an American' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals by an American' quiz

How many of the American-born NHL players with the most goals in a single season can you name in five minutes?

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Jake Lucchini News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 23
Predators Sign Jake Lucchini To Two-Way Extension

Predators Sign Jake Lucchini To Two-Way Extension

The Predators announced they’ve signed forward Jake Lucchini to a two-way contract extension for the 2026-27 campaign. It will be worth the new league minimum of $850K at the NHL level, Alex Daugherty of the Tennessean reports.

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

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

Matthew Wood News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 22
Nashville Predators Recall Zachary L’Heureux, Matthew Wood

Nashville Predators Recall Zachary L’Heureux, Matthew Wood

The Nashville Predators announced today that forwards Zachary L’Heureux and Matthew Wood have been recalled from the team’s AHL affiliate, the Milwaukee Admirals.

Matt Murray News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 19
Predators Recall Matt Murray

Predators Recall Matt Murray

The Predators announced they’ve recalled goaltender Matt Murray from AHL Milwaukee. He’ll supplement Justus Annunen as a practice goaltender while Juuse Saros continues representing Finland at the Olympics as they advance to the semifinals.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / February 13
Finland's Juuse Saros stood on his head against Sweden

Finland's Juuse Saros stood on his head against Sweden

Juuse Saros stole the show for Team Finland on Friday in their 4-1 victory over Team Sweden in Group B action at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The Finnish goaltender stopped 34 of the 35 shots he faced, including 17 of 17 in the third period, to help his team bounce back from a 4-1 loss to Team Slovakia on Wednesday.

Nashville Predators News / Breakaway on SI / February 12
Sweden HC Addresses Predators Wing's Limited Ice Time vs. Italy

Sweden HC Addresses Predators Wing's Limited Ice Time vs. Italy

Filip Forsberg leads all Swedish-born NHL players with 24 goals this season. However, during Sweden's 5-2 victory over Italy in their Olympic opener, he played a very short amount of time.

Nashville Predators News / Inside The Rink / February 12

Buy or Sell? Predators After the Olympic Roster Freeze

The Nashville Predators are stuck in the NHL’s “mushy middle” — competitive enough to hang around the playoff race, inconsistent enough to raise real doubts.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 11
Roman Josi gets real on being named Team Switzerland Olympic captain

Roman Josi gets real on being named Team Switzerland Olympic captain

Team Switzerland is preparing to open its Olympic quest against France on Thursday. Roman Josi, who has played over 1,000 games in his NHL career, is hoping to improve from the last time he played in the Olympics, as Switzerland finished ninth in 2014.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / February 11
Filip Forsberg’s '13th forward' role less a demotion and more a compliment to his versatility

Filip Forsberg’s '13th forward' role less a demotion and more a compliment to his versatility

Nashville Predators forward Filip Forsberg is one of the most well-regarded Swedes in the NHL. The 31-year-old veteran is having another solid season in Nashville, with 24 goals and 23 assists for 47 points in 57 games.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / February 11
Switzerland could be the ultimate men’s Olympic hockey underdog

Switzerland could be the ultimate men’s Olympic hockey underdog

When picking Olympic men’s hockey medal favorites, the usual suspects often show up at the top. Canada, USA, Sweden, Finland and Czechia are definitely the pre-tournament favorites with NHLers back in the fold.

Steven Stamkos News / Professor Press Box / February 11
By the Numbers: Steven Stamkos and the Enduring Power of #91

By the Numbers: Steven Stamkos and the Enduring Power of #91

While numbers like “9” and “19” have long been part of the gold standard for NHL royalty, the jersey number “91” has carved out a unique, high-octane legacy over the last four decades.

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Jonathan Marchessault News / NHL Trade Talk / February 9
The Family Factor: Why Minor Hockey Could Drive a Marchessault Trade

The Family Factor: Why Minor Hockey Could Drive a Marchessault Trade

As the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline approaches, one name is rapidly ascending to the top of trade boards across the league: Jonathan Marchessault. After a whirlwind of activity in Nashville, the veteran winger finds himself at a crossroads.

Barry Trotz News / The Lead / February 9
Barry Trotz’s GM Tenure Falls Flat in Nashville

Barry Trotz’s GM Tenure Falls Flat in Nashville

In his third season as the Nashville Predators general manager, Barry Trotz has decided to step down. The Predators went out on a limb to hire Trotz to his first GM position after the long-term success of his predecessor, David Poile.

Nashville Predators News / Breakaway on SI / February 8
Predators Should Have Fire Sale at Trade Deadline

Predators Should Have Fire Sale at Trade Deadline

General manager Barry Trotz recently told his team and the media that he is stepping down from his position soon and is going to retire. But that he is willing to continue his role as GM until the Predators find his replacement, which could be after the season ends or a bit longer.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / February 7
Report: Predators end contract with CAA following NHLPA review

Report: Predators end contract with CAA following NHLPA review

The Nashville Predators‘ hunt for a new general manager doesn’t appear to be going as smoothly as hoped. After Barry Trotz stepped down as the team’s GM on February 2nd, Nashville hired the agency CAA to conduct the search for the third ever GM in franchise history.

Reid Schaefer News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 6
Predators Reassign Reid Schaefer

Predators Reassign Reid Schaefer

2/6/26: The Predators reassigned Schaefer to AHL Milwaukee today. He dressed for each of Nashville’s last two games, skating in just under seven minutes of ice time per contest.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / February 6
Barry Trotz’s Biggest Moves as Predators’ GM

Barry Trotz’s Biggest Moves as Predators’ GM

When former Nashville Predators coach Barry Trotz replaced David Poile as general manager (GM) of the Predators on July 1, 2023, many Predators fans were excited about the move.

Nashville Predators News / NHL Trade Talk / February 4
Two Big Names No Longer Likely Being Moved by Predators

Two Big Names No Longer Likely Being Moved by Predators

Steven Stamkos is unlikely to waive his no-move clause for a trade, while Ryan O’Reilly is not thrilled with the trade talk that surrounds him, given that Nashville is back in the race.

Barry Trotz News / NHL Rumors / February 3
NHL Rumors: What Led to the Changes in Nashville as Barry Trotz Steps Down as GM

NHL Rumors: What Led to the Changes in Nashville as Barry Trotz Steps Down as GM

It was announced on Monday that Nashville Predators General Manager Barry Trotz would retire from the position until a replacement was found. He was going to stay on as an advisor through the end of the 2026-27 season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 2
Surprising Barry Trotz decision gives Predators chance to reset

Surprising Barry Trotz decision gives Predators chance to reset

A disappointing end to Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz's long run with the organization could be the perfect opportunity for a much-needed reset.

Artemi Panarin would waive to join Oilers as rental in Cup chase
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Penguins activate defenseman Ryan Graves from injured reserve
Maple Leafs’ Morgan Rielly won’t return until after Olympic break
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Nashville Predators News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2
GM Barry Trotz Leaving Predators, Trade Deadline Plans Unclear

GM Barry Trotz Leaving Predators, Trade Deadline Plans Unclear

According to several reports, Barry Trotz is leaving the Nashville Predators as general manager, and a replacement is set to be named. As for how this will impact the organization’s trade-deadline plans, that remains unknown.

Steven Stamkos News / Yardbarker / January 23
Predators star Steven Stamkos continues career renaissance season with hat trick 

Predators star Steven Stamkos continues career renaissance season with hat trick 

Making the difference in the game, Steven Stamkos turned back the clock and scored a hat trick.

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