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Nashville Announces Roster Ahead of Prospect Showcase

NASHVILLE — The Nashville Predators kick off the upcoming season this weekend in Morrisville, North Carolina with the 2026 Prospect Showcase. The Predators roster consists of signed and unsigned draft picks, free-agent signings, players acquired via trade and skaters playing on a tryout agreement.

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ECHL: T.J. Semptimphelter Headed to Nashville Predators Prospect Showcase

Atlanta Gladiators fans will have a familiar name to keep an eye on when the Nashville Predators open the 2026 Prospect Showcase on Sunday. T.J. Semptimphelter has been named to Nashville’s 23-player roster after a rookie season in Atlanta that put him among the ECHL’s top goaltenders.

NHL News / The Spun / September 8

Figure Skater Announces Heartbreaking Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis

A former figure skater has announced a heartbreaking Stage 4 cancer diagnosis on social media. NHL prospect Austin Roest announced that his girlfriend, former figure skater Milara Okabe, has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / September 3

Nashville Announces New Jersey Numbers For Upcoming Season

The Nashville Predators announced new jersey numbers for the upcoming season on Thursday. The organization announced the new numbers on social media, priming the fan base for the new year.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

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

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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.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 3

Luke Evangelista calls trade to Devils ‘a shock’

When the news broke on Tuesday that the New Jersey Devils had acquired forward Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a conditional first-round pick and a second-round pick in the 2028 NHL Entry Draft, the hockey world collectively reacted with surprise.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / September 2

What the Predators Do Next After Trading Luke Evangelista to New Jersey

The Nashville Predators rocked the hockey world by trading up-and-coming forward Luke Evangelista to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night. Evangelista had become a fan favorite in his four seasons on Broadway and, at just 24 years old, appeared poised to be a key piece in the Predators' resurgence under new general manager Chris MacFarland.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / September 2

Luke Evangelista trade a confusing one for Predators

Eyebrows were raised around the NHL on Tuesday night as the New Jersey Devils acquired forward Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a conditional 2028 first-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick.

Nashville Predators News / NHL Rumors / September 2

NHL Rumors: Nashville Predators Are Loaded for Future Moves

The Nashville Predators traded forward Luke Evangelista to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night. As NHLRumors.com has documented since President of Hockey Ops and GM Chris MacFarland came to Music City, he has been reshaping the team around his vision.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / September 2

Top 10 Nashville Predators Prospects: 2026-27 Preseason Edition

The Nashville Predators are stuck in the middle of a loaded Central Division, and they’ve had just two top-ten pick since 2013. However, they’ve built a pretty deep prospect pool through solid scouting and prospect development.

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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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / September 2

Devils acquire Luke Evangelista from Predators for picks

The New Jersey Devils have landed forward Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators in exchange for draft capital, the team announced Tuesday. Nashville

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 1

Devils Acquire Luke Evangelista in Bold Trade With Predators

The New Jersey Devils added another talented young forward Tuesday, acquiring Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a conditional first-round pick and a second-round selection in the 2028 NHL Draft.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 1

Devils Acquire Luke Evangelista From Predators for 2028 Draft Picks

On Tuesday night, the New Jersey Devils announced that they have acquired Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators in exchange for two picks in the 2028 NHL Draft.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 1

Devils acquire Luke Evangelista from Predators for two draft picks

Let the newsy September chaos commence. On Tuesday night, the New Jersey Devils acquired forward Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators. In exchange, the Predators are receiving a conditional first-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft and a 2028 second-round pick.

Nashville Predators News / Volleyball On SI / September 1

'Six Rotations': Nebraska Dominates a Week Filled with Landmark Events

Every week until a champion is crowned, the YouTube show "Six Rotations" will be available here, with a brief rundown of each episode and the top upcoming matches around the country.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / September 1

Mavrik Bourque Excited To Learn and Grow In Nashville

The Nashville Predators are set to take the ice this month as hockey returns to Bridgestone Arena for the 2026-27 season. Fans will see fresh faces on Broadway this season after new general manager Chris MacFarland's retooling of the roster this summer.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 31

Bridgestone Arena Installs Ice Ahead of Predators' Season

With only a month until the first puck drops, the ice has been installed at Bridgestone Arena. First opening in 1996, the beloved Bridgestone Arena has been the site of the Nashville Predators' home ice for the franchise's entire history, since their first game on October 10, 1998.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 28

What Happened to Every Predators First Round Pick of the Past 15 Years

Since the franchise's inception nearly three decades ago, the Nashville Predators have made 30 first-round selections. Like any organization, the Predators have had their share of hits as well as draft busts.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / August 28

5 Nashville Predators Who Could Be on the Roster Bubble

With the NHL preseason knocking on the door, the Nashville Predators are nearly on the verge of setting their roster. General manager Chris MacFarland made a ton of new additions, and it’ll be interesting to see how they gel.

Nashville Predators News / Nashville Predators On SI / August 28

The 10 Best Offseason Moves in Predators History

The Nashville Predators don't have the trophy case of an Original Six franchise, but in the franchise's 27-plus year history, the front office has made more than its share of shrewd summer decisions.

Nashville Predators News / NHL Rumors / August 29

2026-27 Nashville Predators Season Preview

The Nashville Predators enter the 2026–27 season with a reshaped roster after a busy offseason that saw them hire a new general manager, add significant forward depth, and bolster their defense.

Sutter Muzzatti News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 21

Red Wings acquire former 5th-round pick in trade with Predators

The Detroit Red Wings on Thursday acquired forward Sutter Muzzatti from the Nashville Predators in exchange for future considerations. The organization then signed Muzzatti to a two-year, entry-level contract, giving the the 23-year-old an opportunity to begin his professional career.