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Former Predators Center Announces Retirement

Veteran center Ryan Johansen has announced that he is stepping away from professional hockey, bringing an end to a career defined by perseverance, consistency and playmaking down the middle.

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Predators Have Interviewed Marc Bergevin, Brett Peterson For GM Position

The Predators have a general manager vacancy – well, kind of. While incumbent Barry Trotz announced his resignation from the role over six weeks ago, he will be staying on until a replacement is named.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / March 18

Predators sign Zachary L’Heureux to two-year contract

The Nashville Predators have announced that they’ve signed winger Zachary L’Heureux to a two-year contract with an $875,000 cap hit. L’Heureux was in the final year of his three-year entry-level contract with an $863,334 cap hit, and was set to become a restricted free agent at the end of the season.

Zachary L'Heureux News / Breakaway on SI / March 18

Predators Sign Young Winger to Contract Extension

The Nashville Predators are bringing back one of their most intriguing young forwards, signing Zachary L'Heureux to a two-year contract extension as the organization continues to invest in their emerging young players.

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Nashville Predators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 18

Predators Sign Zachary L’Heureux To Two-Year Extension

The Predators announced that they’ve signed left-winger Zachary L’Heureux to a two-year extension carrying a cap hit of $875K. The lefty, who lands just a slight pay bump over his expiring entry-level contract, would not have been eligible for arbitration as a restricted free agent this offseason.

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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

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 18

Five underrated breakout players in the 2025-26 NHL season

Here, we’ll dive into five players who have had breakout 2025-26 seasons but aren’t getting the attention they deserve for it.

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Adam Ingram News / Inside The Rink / March 18

ECHL: Idaho Steelheads Sign Adam Ingram to ATO

The Idaho Steelheads have signed 6’3″ forward Adam Ingram to an Amateur Tryout after he completed his collegiate career at St. Cloud State University. Adam Ingram spent all four of his collegiate seasons at St.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 18

Nashville Posts 4-3 Shootout Heartbreaker in Winnipeg as Wildcard Race Continues

Playoff pushes between two teams on the outskirts of the final wildcard spots are intense, but when they face each other in what could make or break either teams’ season, that’s a different intensity.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 17

Predators edge Jets on Ryan O’Reilly's shootout goal

Ryan O'Reilly scored the lone goal in the shootout as the visiting Nashville Predators battled for a 4-3 win against the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday. Jonathan Toews tied the game 3-3 with 1:01 remaining in regulation when Connor Hellebuyck was pulled for an extra skater, and Mark Scheifele set Toews up for a snap shot.

Jonathan Marchessault News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 17

Predators rumors: Jonathan Marchessault wanted to be traded ahead of deadline

An expensive free agency period in the summer of 2024 has set the Nashville Predators back in a few unexpected ways. Veteran stars Steven Stamkos, Ryan O’Reilly, and Jonathan Marchessault inked big-money deals, looking to lead the Predators back to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in almost a decade.

Nashville Predators News / The Hockey Writers / March 14

5 Reasons Why the Nashville Predators Didn’t Sell Everything at the Trade Deadline

The Nashville Predators (29-27-9) surprised many people with their moves over the deadline. They sold a few pieces, which was expected, but they didn’t sell as much as people imagined.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 12

Predators, Bruins swap prospects ahead of AHL Trade Deadline

The NHL Trade Deadline might have passed, but that doesn’t mean trade season is complete. The Nashville Predators have acquired forwards Massimo Rizzo and Dalton Bancroft from the Boston Bruins in exchange for winger Narvin Mutter.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

NHL Predictions: March 12th, Nashville Predators at Vancouver Canucks

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 11

Predators in hot playoff pursuit against hapless Canucks

The Nashville Predators will look to keep their playoff hopes alive when they visit the last-place Vancouver Canucks on Thursday. The Predators gave their

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Steven Stamkos News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 11

Predators received significant Steven Stamkos interest ahead of trade deadline

It’s no surprise that Steven Stamkos wasn’t shipped out of Nashville ahead of last Friday’s NHL Trade Deadline, especially as the Predators forward made it clear he had no plans to waive his no-movement clause.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 11

Predators pick up crucial comeback win over Kraken

Ryan Ufko scored his first career NHL goal and Juuse Saros made a season-high 43 saves as the Nashville Predators rallied for a 4-2 victory against the host Seattle Kraken on Tuesday night.

Nashville Predators News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 9

Predators’ biggest mistake at 2026 NHL trade deadline

The 2026 NHL Trade Deadline is officially in the books, and despite widespread speculation that the Nashville Predators were on the verge of a virtual roster teardown, general manager Barry Trotz opted for a modest series of subtractions that are unlikely to move the needle much in the long term.