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Nashville Predators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21

Predators reassign Marc Del Gaizo, Fedor Svechkov

The Predators reassigned defenseman Marc Del Gaizo and center Fedor Svechkov to AHL Milwaukee on Monday, according to a team release. The pair will aid the Admirals in their Calder Cup quest after logging significant NHL ice time in 2024-25.

Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / April 20

After disappointing 2024-25, the Predators have a long road ahead

The Nashville Predators brought in veteran talents ahead of the 2024-25 season, looking to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs and build off a relatively

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Andrew Brunette News / House of Hockey / April 18

Predators Head Coach Andrew Brunette Comments on His Future After Humiliating Season

After finishing as one of the worst teams in the NHL, Nashville Predators head coach Andrew Brunette commented on his future. The Nashville Predators were one of the most disappointing clubs in the NHL this year, finishing near the bottom of the Western Conference despite being viewed as legitimate Stanley Cup contenders.

Andreas Englund News / Daily Faceoff / April 18

Andreas Englund signs one-year contract extension with Predators

On Friday, Nashville Predators general manager announced the team has signed defenseman Andreas Englund to a one-year contract extension. The deal for the 2025-26 season will see Englund have a cap hit of $775,000.

Nashville Predators News / Inside The Rink / April 17

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators Haider and Hanzel Assigned to Milwaukee

The Nashville Predators announced today that defenseman Jeremy Hanzel and goaltender Ethan Haider have been reassigned from the Atlanta Gladiators to their AHL affiliate, the Milwaukee Admirals.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 16

Predators coast past Stars, who enter playoffs on seven-game losing skid

Ryan O'Reilly had a goal and two assists Wednesday night as the Nashville Predators closed their disappointing season with a 5-1 rout over the visiting Dallas Stars, who limp into the playoffs on a seven-game losing streak.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 16

Predators Beat Stars 5-1 in Season Finale

The Nashville Predators (30-44-8) beat the Dallas Stars (50-26-6) 5-1 on Wednesday night, in what was the final game of the regular season for both clubs.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 16

NHL Predictions: April 16th Dallas Stars vs. Nashville Predators

Welcome to the latest edition of NHL Predictions. In this series, our team here at Last Word on Hockey breaks down head-to-head matchups and other key elements that may influence the outcome of each game each day.

Marc Del Gaizo News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 15

Predators waive defenseman

The Predators put defenseman Marc Del Gaizo on waivers Tuesday, according to PuckPedia. The move is a precursor to assigning the pending Group VI unrestricted free agent to AHL Milwaukee for the Calder Cup Playoffs.

Marc Del Gaizo News / Daily Faceoff / April 15

Predators place Marc Del Gaizo on waivers

The Nashville Predators have waived defenseman Marc Del Gaizo, according to PuckPedia. Through 45 appearances with the Predators this season, Del Gaizo has collected two goals and seven assists for nine points coupled with a minus-four rating and 21 penalty minutes.

Nashville Predators News / House of Hockey / April 15

Nashville Predators Place Defenseman on Waivers as Disastrous Season Comes to an End

The Nashville Predators 2024/25 season has been a disaster, but before it ends, they've placed a defenseman on waivers, and not for the first time this year.

Ryan Ufko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 14

Predators’ Ryan Ufko recalled, set to make NHL debut

The Nashville Predators have recalled defense prospect Ryan Ufko and are expected to award him his NHL debut on Monday per Nick Kieser of Nashville’s 102.5 The Game.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 14

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Filip Forsberg News / Field Level Media / April 11

Filip Forsberg, Predators earn shootout win over Utah

Filip Forsberg scored the lone goal of a shootout, giving the Nashville Predators a 4-3 win over the Utah Hockey Club on Thursday in Salt Lake City. The Predators erased a 2-0 deficit by scoring three goals within a six-minute span bridging the second and third periods.

Navrin Mutter News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 10

Predators sign Navrin Mutter to one-year extension

The Nashville Predators have signed forward Navrin Mutter to a one-year, two-way, league-minimum contract for the 2025-26 season. Mutter was set to become a restricted free agent this summer, after completing his three-year, $2.3MM entry-level contract signed in 2022.

Navrin Mutter News / Daily Faceoff / April 10

Predators sign Navrin Mutter to one-year contract

The Nashville Predators announced Thursday that the club has signed left winger Navrin Mutter to one-year, two-way contract that carries a $775,000 annual average value and will begin in the upcoming 2025-26 campaign.

Nashville Predators News / Field Level Media / April 10

Predators coach Andrew Brunette back after 2-game absence

Nashville Predators coach Andrew Brunette rejoined the team Thursday after missing two games for a personal matter. Brunette, 51, issued a statement saying he will be back behind the bench for Thursday night's game against the Utah Hockey Club in Salt Lake City.

Andrew Brunette News / House of Hockey / April 10

Andrew Brunette Breaks the Silence After Stepping Away From the Predators

Andrew Brunette has recently been away from the struggling Predators, and now he's explained his absence from the team via an official statement. The Nashville Predators were arguably the NHL's biggest disappointment this year, and after being major buyers in the off-season, they're left with a frustrated, disappointed core of veterans.

Nashville Predators News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 10

Canucks trade proposal lands Predators’ Steven Stamkos in offseason blockbuster

The Nashville Predators made a big splash in last year’s free agency when they acquired Steven Stamkos. It wasn’t the only money they spent, as they also signed Jonathan Marchessault and Brady Skjei.

Cole O'Hara News / Breakaway on SI / April 2

Predators Sign Intriguing Prospect to ELC

The Nashville Predators have their eyes to the future after a disappointing 2024-25 season, and their latest move proves it. On Wednesday, the Predators signed University of Massachusetts forward Cole O'Hara to a two-year, entry level contract.

Andrew Brunette News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 1

Why Predators should fire Andrew Brunette after disastrous 2024-25 season

There’s no denying that the Nashville Predators are one of the biggest disappointments in the National Hockey League for the 2024-25 NHL season. They were

Nashville Predators News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 1

3 early Predators trade candidates after 2025 playoff elimination

The Nashville Predators are having the worst-case scenario season. After spending millions on Steven Stamkos, Brady Skjei, and Jonathan Marchessault in free agency, they have been eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Nashville Predators News / Breakaway on SI / March 28

Predators' Summer of Hope Leads to Season of Despair

The team that makes the biggest moves in the offseason often ends up falling short of expectations, and the Nashville Predators are the latest, and perhaps greatest, example of this phenomenon.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 1

Watch: Islanders goalie credited with first career goal

The New York Islanders were 7-4 winners over the Nashville Predators on Saturday afternoon, and Brock Nelson was one of their big stars in the win with a pair of goals. But there was a very surprising and unexpected name on their goal-scorer list for the game.

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