31-23 (.574)
League Note
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the regular season was reduced to 56 games and began on January 13, 2021. Due to cross-border travel restrictions imposed by Canada, the league temporarily realigned for this season, putting all seven Canadian teams into one division.
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2021 Draft Picks
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Player
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19
Fedor Svechkov C
1
27
Zachary L'Heureux LW
3
72
Anton Olsson D
4
115
Ryan Ufko D
4
124
Jack Matier D
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45 minutes
Jul 22, 2021
Seattle Kraken reveal roster, Why Carey Price and Vladimir Tarasenko weren't selected and Luke Prokop's brave step forward. / On
Seattle Kraken reveal roster, Why Carey Price and Vladimir Tarasenko weren't selected and Luke Prokop's brave step forward. / On this week's Two Man Advantage, Scott and Pierre recap the Seattle Kraken's expansion draft. The guys discuss the Kraken's roster, the goaltending selections, the strong defensive core led by Mark Giordano and Plus, they dive deep into why Seattle didn't select Carey Price or Vladimir Tarasenko. - Scott and Pierre look at the work to be done now in Calgary with the loss of their captain, and in Edmonton after they lost Adam Larsson. - The guys also stick tap Luke Prokop, the Predators prospect who made history this week, coming out as the NHL's first openly gay player. - Scott and Pierre also take your questions in 'Ask the Dorks' with many questions on how the Kraken did during the expansion draft, and how the Predators and Flyers are shaping up as well. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
34 minutes
Jul 19, 2021
The courage and leadership of Luke Prokop on a historic day for the NHL and the sport of hockey. /
The courage and leadership of Luke Prokop on a historic day for the NHL and the sport of hockey. / Pierre Lebrun and Sara Civian from the Athletic NHL are joined by Bayne Pettinger of C.A.A., the first openly gay agent in the NHL and Brock McGillis, the former OHL goaltender, and the first men's openly gay hockey player. - The panel discusses Nashville Predators prospect Luke Prokop's historic announcement, coming out as a gay athlete in the sport of hockey. - Sara, Pierre, Brock and Bayne look at the impact of Luke's statement, the support of his junior team the Calgary Hitmen and his NHL team the Nashville Predators. Brock and Bayne marvel at Luke's leadership and bravery and what it means to future players moving forward. The panel also acknowledges the work still to be done, with coaching, in the locker room and on the ice, as hockey strives to indeed make the sport for everyone. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 19, 2021
NHL's Luke Prokop Announces He's Gay: 'I Am No Longer Scared to Hide Who I Am' / Nashville Predators prospect
NHL's Luke Prokop Announces He's Gay: 'I Am No Longer Scared to Hide Who I Am' / Nashville Predators prospect Luke Prokop announced on social media Monday that he is gay: "I am no longer scared to hide who I am," Prokop said. "Today I am...
Jul 19, 2021
NHL's Luke Prokop Announces He's Gay: 'I Am No Longer Scared to Hide Who I Am' / Nashville Predators prospect
NHL's Luke Prokop Announces He's Gay: 'I Am No Longer Scared to Hide Who I Am' / Nashville Predators prospect Luke Prokop announced on social media Monday that he is gay: "I am no longer scared to hide who I am," Prokop said. "Today I am...
1 hour
Jul 13, 2021
Unceremonious exit of Duncan Keith with Chicago Blackhawks. Pekka Rinne retires from the NHL and Scott Wheeler breaks down the top US
Unceremonious exit of Duncan Keith with Chicago Blackhawks. Pekka Rinne retires from the NHL and Scott Wheeler breaks down the top US prospects available in the draft. / On the USA edition of TAHS Craig Custance and Sean Gentille talk about the lack of fanfare in Chicago with Duncan Keith being dealt to Edmonton from the Blackhawks. The guys discuss the continued distraction in Chicago, with the sexual assault investigation ramping up, plus, what future could general manager Stan Bowman have with the team, after the investigation is completed? - Craig and Sean turn the page on the Stanley Cup Final, and welcome Scott Wheeler ahead of the NHL draft. The guys get into Scott's moving story on NHL prospect Mackie Samoskovich, a native of Newport Connecticut, and a Sandy Hook alumnus. The guys look at some of the top eligible American born players, with the draft 10 days out. - Custance and Gentille give a stick tap to Pekka Rinne who retired this morning after spending his entire NHL career with the Nashville Predators, and the guys wonder if the New York Islanders should pursue Vladimir Tarasenko and that the Sabres shouldn't be in a hurry to deal Jack Eichel, before the NHL expansion draft. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 13, 2021
Pekka Rinne Announces NHL Retirement After 15-Year Career with Predators / Longtime Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne
Pekka Rinne Announces NHL Retirement After 15-Year Career with Predators / Longtime Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne
Jul 13, 2021
Pekka Rinne Announces NHL Retirement After 15-Year Career with Predators / Longtime Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne
Pekka Rinne Announces NHL Retirement After 15-Year Career with Predators / Longtime Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne
1 hour
Jun 16, 2021
Pekka Rinne on his future with the Nashville Predators, NY Islanders vs Tampa Bay Lightning is a war on ice,
Pekka Rinne on his future with the Nashville Predators, NY Islanders vs Tampa Bay Lightning is a war on ice, and Vegas Golden Knights vs Montreal Canadiens is a goaltending duel between Carey Price and Marc-Andre Fleury. / Pekka Rinne, the 2021 King Clancy memorial trophy winner joins Scott and Pierre on the Two Man Advantage edition of the Athletic Hockey Show. Pekka looks back on his career in Nashville, what the future holds for him with the Predators and his relationship with Jusse Saros. - Scott and Pierre take a look at the NHL Final Four series between the Islanders and the Lightning, a series, tied at one win a piece which projects to go long. The guys discuss how Montreal's roster, built for the playoffs can hold their own vs Vegas, is a goaltending duel for the ages between Carey Price and Marc-Andre Fleury. - Plus the guys address the recent coaching hirings in New York and Columbus, with Gerard Gallant and Brad Larsen running the bench for the Rangers and the Blue Jackets. - In Ask the Dorks, Scott and Pierre answer your questions on Dougie Hamilton, Seattle expansion, Seth Jones and a lot more. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
May 26, 2021
Cam Neely on his Boston Bruins, Wayne Gretzky joins TNT Sports, Connor McDavid's time will come and Florida's goalie controversy.
Cam Neely on his Boston Bruins, Wayne Gretzky joins TNT Sports, Connor McDavid's time will come and Florida's goalie controversy. / Scott and Pierre discuss TNT's official announcement on the hiring of the great one, Wayne Gretzky as their lead studio analyst for their NHL coverage. The guys take a look at the disappointing Montreal/Toronto series, the exciting Nashville/Carolina matchup and the goalie controversy in Florida with the affordable phenom Spencer Knight and the very expensive Sergei Bobrovsky. - Cam Neely, the president of the Boston Bruins talks about his journey from player to the leader of the Bruins front office. Cam discusses his teams leadership group, keeping the Bruins competitive and how the Boston sports market pushes the Bruins to be better. - Lebrun and Burnside wrap up the podcast with another edition of Ask the Dorks, taking your questions on the rebuild in Arizona, what to do next with the Capitals and Blues and officiating in the playoffs. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 25, 2021
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May 25, 2021
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May 24, 2021
Taylor Lewan Bought Predators Fans Jerseys After Spilling Beer on Them While Chugging / Tennessee Titans offensive lineman Taylor Lewan
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May 24, 2021
Taylor Lewan Bought Predators Fans Jerseys After Spilling Beer on Them While Chugging / Tennessee Titans offensive lineman Taylor Lewan
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May 23, 2021
Titans offensive tackle Taylor Lewan sets his daughter down, grabs a beer and goes a...
Titans' Taylor Lewan Goes Crazy at Preds' Game 4 / Titans offensive tackle Taylor Lewan sets his daughter down, grabs a beer and goes a little crazy to pump up the crowd during the Predators' Game 4.
May 23, 2021
Titans offensive tackle Taylor Lewan sets his daughter down, grabs a beer and goes a...
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1 hour
May 19, 2021
Don Waddell on his Caniacs, Tocchet to interview with Rangers and Seattle and Kucherov and the Bolts cap circumvention /
Don Waddell on his Caniacs, Tocchet to interview with Rangers and Seattle and Kucherov and the Bolts cap circumvention / On the Two Man Advantage edition of the Athletic Hockey Show, Scott and Pierre discuss the first round of the playoffs, including great series between Vegas and Minnesota and Washington and Boston. The guys address the salary cap circumvention allegations that the Tampa Bay Lightning have endured during there first two games of the playoffs vs cross state rivals from South Florida. - The guys also address Jeff Blashill's contract extension with Detroit, and the coaching vacancies in the NHL, with Gerard Gallant and Rick Tocchet both interviewing for the head coaching openings in Manhattan and Seattle. - Don Waddell, the President and General Manager of the Carolina Hurricanes joins the show to discuss his teams first playoff game, a convincing win over Nashville, his relationship with owner Tom Dundon and he provides an update on the contract negotiations with head coach Rod Brind'Amour. - As always, Burnside and Lebrun wrap the podcast with the popular 'Ask the Dorks' segment, taking questions on Zach Parise, Shea Weber, and veteran players still chasing their first Stanley Cup. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2021
In its 16th season, the DEX Score & Win Program makes a donation for every...
2020-21 DEX Score & Win Program / In its 16th season, the DEX Score & Win Program makes a donation for every goal or win recorded by the Preds. For the 2020-21 season, it donated $20,750.
May 18, 2021
In its 16th season, the DEX Score & Win Program makes a donation for every...
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May 18, 2021
The Preds Foundation and SmileDirectClub give SuperGrants to Maple Built, Retrieving Independence, Monroe Harding and...
2020-21 SuperGrant Recipients / The Preds Foundation and SmileDirectClub give SuperGrants to Maple Built, Retrieving Independence, Monroe Harding and Home Street Home Ministries.
May 18, 2021
The Preds Foundation and SmileDirectClub give SuperGrants to Maple Built, Retrieving Independence, Monroe Harding and...
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May 14, 2021
F&M Bank will be the naming rights partner of the 250,000 square-foot Montgomery County Event...
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May 14, 2021
F&M Bank will be the naming rights partner of the 250,000 square-foot Montgomery County Event...
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May 14, 2021
Preds forward Ryan Johansen centers Nashville's top line, as the team completes their in-season turnaround...
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May 14, 2021
Preds forward Ryan Johansen centers Nashville's top line, as the team completes their in-season turnaround...
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May 11, 2021
Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne looks back on his emotional and memorable night in what could...
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May 11, 2021
Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne looks back on his emotional and memorable night in what could...
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May 11, 2021
Predators forward Erik Haula wears a mic during Nashville's shootout win over the Dallas Stars....
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May 11, 2021
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May 10, 2021
Predators broadcaster Willy Daunic calls a goal for The Herd line after an aggressive forecheck...
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May 10, 2021
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May 10, 2021
Predators broadcaster Willy Daunic calls Erik Haula's game-winning goal in overtime, as Nashville strengthens their...
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May 10, 2021
Predators broadcaster Willy Daunic calls Erik Haula's game-winning goal in overtime, as Nashville strengthens their...
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May 8, 2021
Predators Clinch Playoff Spot; Latest 2021 NHL Playoff Picture / The Nashville Predators are going to the playoffs
Predators Clinch Playoff Spot; Latest 2021 NHL Playoff Picture / The Nashville Predators are going to the playoffs for the seventh straight season. Nashville clinched its spot in the postseason with a 3-1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday...
May 8, 2021
Predators Clinch Playoff Spot; Latest 2021 NHL Playoff Picture / The Nashville Predators are going to the playoffs
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May 5, 2021
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May 5, 2021
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1½ hours
May 3, 2021
Jake Virtanen sexual misconduct allegations, Seattle Kraken become NHL official, Adam Vingan talks Nashville Predators, Multiple Choice Madness, and more
Jake Virtanen sexual misconduct allegations, Seattle Kraken become NHL official, Adam Vingan talks Nashville Predators, Multiple Choice Madness, and more / First, Ian and Hailey discuss headlines from around the NHL, including the sexual misconduct allegations brought against Vancouver Canucks forward Jake Virtanen, the Seattle Kraken officially becoming the NHL’s thirty-second franchise, and the possibility of Rod Brind’Amour becoming the team’s head coach, which team has inspired the most confidence as a potential Final Four participant, and much more. - Then, The Athletic’s Adam Vingan joins the show to talk about the impressive turnaround for the Nashville Predators, Juuse Saros’ MVP-caliber performances as of late, John Hynes’ work behind the bench, the disappointing play of Ryan Johansen and Matt Duchene respectively, and more. - Plus, to close things out, Ian and Hailey run through a series of Multiple Choice Madness questions. - And, don’t forget, you can sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 3, 2021
Predators Captain Roman Josi explains why it was important to continue to honor military members...
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May 3, 2021
Predators Captain Roman Josi explains why it was important to continue to honor military members...
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May 3, 2021
Preds forward Ryan Johansen connects with a military member, who says she moved to Nashville...
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May 3, 2021
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Apr 30, 2021
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Apr 30, 2021
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Apr 30, 2021
Predators broadcaster Pete Weber calls Mattias Ekholm's partial breakaway and goal against the Blackhawks....
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Apr 30, 2021
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1 hour
Apr 28, 2021
Stan Bowman - GM of the Chicago Blackhawks, NHL & Turner TV deal, playoff races in Montreal/Calgary, Nashville/Dallas and more.
Stan Bowman - GM of the Chicago Blackhawks, NHL & Turner TV deal, playoff races in Montreal/Calgary, Nashville/Dallas and more. / Scott and Pierre welcome Stan Bowman, the general manager of the Chicago Blackhawks to the Two Man Advantage edition of the Athletic Hockey Show. Stan talks about the progression of his young team in Chicago, his relationship with Patrick Kane and he provides an update on injured captain Jonathan Toews. Stan also provides some insight on building the US men's Olympic team. - We dissect the somewhat surprising broadcast deal between the league and TNT Sports, and how it might impact a raise in the salary cap. - The guys talk about the playoff race between the Flames and Canadiens, Dallas and Nashville and St. Louis and Arizona. They take a look at the Jack Adams race, with Joel Quenneville, Dean Evanson and Mike Sullivan leading the pack. - As always the boys wrap their podcast with the popular segment Ask the Dorks where they take your questions via twitter from around the NHL, including questions on Adam Fox, the Minnesota Wild and Jack Eichel's future with Buffalo. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Apr 7, 2021
Jim Rutherford on Trade Deadline 2021, Avalanche, Sabres, Blues, Maple Leafs & Jets look to be active at the deadline
Jim Rutherford on Trade Deadline 2021, Avalanche, Sabres, Blues, Maple Leafs & Jets look to be active at the deadline / On this edition of Two Man Advantage, Scott and Pierre welcome three time Stanley Cup Champion Jim Rutherford, one of the most proactive General Manager's in NHL history. Jimmy looks back on his record of trade deadline deals from his time as a manager with Hartford, Carolina and Pittsburgh. - Scott and Pierre discuss what teams might be the most active leading up to the deadline. The improved Nashville Predators have decisions which need to be made, are they a playoff team? The same questions apply to Columbus Blue Jackets, St. Louis Blues, Arizona Coyotes and the Boston Bruins. Plus in the North Division, Toronto and Winnipeg are keen to make impact deals. - Pierre tells Scott that he is looking forward to seeing what the Colorado Avalanche might have up their sleeve, with goaltending being a top priority and Lebrun takes Burnsie behind the scenes of trade deadline day at TSN. - Finally, the boys taken your questions on the Kraken, Sabres, Habs and Red Wings. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 24, 2021
Ron Hextall on the Penguins resurgence, Tim Peel disciplined by the NHL & the latest on the NHL Trade Deadline
Ron Hextall on the Penguins resurgence, Tim Peel disciplined by the NHL & the latest on the NHL Trade Deadline / Scott and Pierre have the Athletic Hockey Show, Two Man Advantage edition, discussing the breaking news from the NHL that Tim Peel will no longer officiate NHL games because of comments made about the Nashville Predators which were captured on a hot mic in last night's Red Wings, Predators game. - The guys take a look at how active the NHL trade deadline will be, with the big day, less than 3 weeks away with thoughts on what Anaheim, Nashville, the New York Islanders, Philadelphia and Toronto will attempt to do by April 12. - Ron Hextall, the general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins joins the show to talk about his first month on the job in the steel city. Hexy discusses working with Brian Burke, being around Sidney Crosby, having the chance to get back into a GM job, and knocking out 4 of Mario Lemieux's teeth. - All this, plus another round of 'Ask the Dorks' with great questions on Patrick Marleau, Anaheim Ducks and the Canadian quarantine. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 13, 2021
Best Fits Around the NHL for Nashville Predators' Top-5 Trade Chips / For the first time since 2013-14, the Nashville
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Mar 13, 2021
Best Fits Around the NHL for Nashville Predators' Top-5 Trade Chips / For the first time since 2013-14, the Nashville
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1 hour
Jan 18, 2021
NHL opening week headlines, Dallas Stars check-in with Saad Yousuf, Multiple Choice Madness, Hailbag, and more / Ian and Hailey
NHL opening week headlines, Dallas Stars check-in with Saad Yousuf, Multiple Choice Madness, Hailbag, and more / Ian and Hailey open the show discussing some of the biggest storylines coming out of the start of the NHL season, including Jacob Markstrom’s not-so-surprising opening night shutout against his former team, the Canucks, the possibility of Keith Yandle’s consecutive games streak coming to an end due to being a healthy scratch, Jakub Voracek’s postgame presser critique of Flyers beat writer Mike Seilski, Barry Trotz channeling his inner John Tortorella, admonishing his team for injuring starting goalie Semyon Varlamov in pregame warmups, and more. - Then, The Athletic’s Dallas Stars writer Saad Yousuf joins the show to discuss where things stand with the team after a COVID-19 breakout sidelined upwards of fourteen players, delaying the start of their season til this coming Friday, whether the group will be negatively impacted heading into the opener against Nashville or not, expectations for this year coming off of a Stanley Cup Finals berth, Miro Heiskanen’s potential to be in the Norris Trophy conversation, and more. - Plus, to close things out, Ian and Hailey run through a series of Multiple Choice Madness questions and introduce for the first time on the podcast the Hailbag segment, as Hailey fields questions from listeners. - And, don’t forget, you sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices