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Massimo Rizzo Signs In Sweden

A former draft pick of the Carolina Hurricanes is headed overseas to continue his professional career. According to a team announcement, forward Massimo Rizzo has signed with Kalmar HC of the HockeyAllsvenskan for the 2026-27 season.

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Predators Playoff Wins, Ranked: Revisiting 2017 Game 1 vs. Chicago

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 40 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 9

Best Predators Playoff Wins of All Time: 2008 Game 4 vs. Detroit

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 42 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 8

Counting Down the Best Nashville Predators Playoff Wins: 2008 Game 3 vs. Detroit Red Wings

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 43 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

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How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 7

Counting Down the Best Nashville Predators Playoff Wins: 2015 Game 2 vs. Chicago Blackhawks

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 44 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 7

What the Nashville Predators Depth Chart Could Look Like at 2026 Training Camp

No one should be surprised with the numerous moves that Chris MacFarland made after taking over as president of hockey operations and general manager of the Nashville Predators in June.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 7

Predators GM Chris MacFarland is taking an expensive shortcut

The Nashville Predators needed a different plan after missing the playoffs for the second consecutive season. MacFarland certainly gave them one.

Florida Panthers may have built the NHL's most hated roster

Flyers can no longer hide behind rebuilding label after aggressive summer

Penguins face uncomfortable reason top players no longer want to play in Pittsburgh

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NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 6

Counting Down the Best Nashville Predators Playoff Wins: 2015 Game 5 vs. Chicago Blackhawks

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 45 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

NHL News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 4

Counting Down the Best Nashville Predator Playoff Wins: 2019 Game 2 vs. Dallas Stars

The Nashville Predators kick off the 2026-27 season in 47 days on Sept. 20 with preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Predators look to end a two-year playoff drought by getting the season off to a good start and starting first-year general manager Chris MacFarland's tenure on a positive note.

Jordan Frasca News / Inside The Rink / August 4

ECHL: Jacob Frasca Heads To The NCAA

Reading Royals forward Jacob Frasca is heading to the NCAA after spending the last two seasons in the ECHL. Frasca, 23, had 12 goals and 16 assists for 28 points, along with 113 PIMs in 63 games last season.

Kevin Wall News / Inside The Rink / August 3

ECHL: Kevin Wall Heads Overseas

Tahoe Knight Monsters forward Kevin Wall is heading overseas to Germany to join the Krefeld Pinguine (DEL). Wall, 26, had 21 goals and 37 assists for 58 points in 53 games last season and would add an assist over the course of four Kelly Cup Playoff games.

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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.

Wyatt Cullen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 3

Joey Cullen, 2028 NHL Draft Prospect, Commits To Minnesota

Joey Cullen, the No. 1 2010-born recruit from the U.S., has committed to the University of Minnesota, he announced on his Instagram. His brother, Wyatt Cullen, played for Team USA at the World Junior Summer Showcase.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / July 31

What Lies Ahead for Nashville Forward Wyatt Cullen?

Nashville General Manager Chris MacFarland made history in June by making 17-year-old forward Wyatt Cullen his first Predators draft pick since taking over the front office this offseason.

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Mavrik Bourque News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 31

Predators GM gets real on Mavrik Bourque expectations after Stars trade

The Nashville Predators have a new general manager in Chris MacFarland. And he did not waste any time getting to work on his new team. This summer, he made a slew of moves, including an intriguing trade with the Dallas Stars for young forward Mavrik Bourque.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / July 29

Nashville Predators Stand Out at the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase

Team USA Hockey is participating in the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase in Ontario, Canada, as they invite players from its youth system to show their skills ahead of the 2027 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship.

Chris MacFarland News / Nashville Predators On SI / July 29

How Trade of 2021 NHL Draft Selections Demonstrates Different Direction for Predators Under Chris MacFarland

Size and grit. For years, the Nashville Predators weren't just known for it, opposing teams could count on the franchise focussing on that with man of their selections in the NHL Draft.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / August 6

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Nashville Predators’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / July 23

Which Nashville Predators Prospects Will Play in the World Junior Summer Showcase?

Three Nashville Predators prospects are about to get some more valuable experience next week in Ontario, Canada. From July 26 through Aug. 1, the World Junior Summer Showcase for hockey will be taking place in Windsor, Ontario at the WFCU Centre.

Parker Gahagen News / Inside The Rink / July 22

AHL: Springfield Thunderbirds Sign Parker Gahagen

There’s a report this morning that the Springfield Thunderbirds are signing an AHL deal with goalie Parker Gahagen. Tony Androckitis of InsideAHLHockey had the scoop.

Jordan Oesterle News / Daily Faceoff / July 13

Jordan Oesterle retires after 12-year NHL career

Jordan Oesterle, who played for seven different teams over parts of 12 NHL seasons, announced his retirement on Monday afternoon via his agency, O2K Sports Management.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / July 10

3 More Moves The Nashville Predators Should Make This Offseason

The Nashville Predators have had a very busy offseason so far. New general manager Chris MacFarland has worked to reinvigorate the forward core via several trades and signings, starting with acquiring players from his former team, the Colorado Avalanche.

Justin Barron News / Daily Faceoff / July 6