Locked On Predators - Daily Podcast On The Nashville Predators
893 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 64 ratingsLocked On Predators podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Nashville Predators and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Nick Morgan of OnTheForecheck and Ann Kimmel of InsidethePreds.com, the Locked On Predators podcast provides your daily Preds fix with expert opinions, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Predators franchise from right here in Music City. The Locked On Predators podcast takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Predators locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Predators podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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Michael McCarron and Juuse Saros Help Predators to Win Over Ottawa Senators
March 30, 2022 17:14 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBThe Nashville Predators won at home last night against the Ottawa Senators, but it wasn't the prettiest win for the Preds. Depth scoring by Michael McCarron and Tanner Jeannot carried the team to a 4-1 victory. Nick and Ann discuss the "identity" hockey the third and fourth lines embody, how Juuse Saros helped win the game, and what the top line of Filip Forsberg, Matt Duchene, and Ryan Johansen may need to do to jump start their line once more. Plus we look at strength of schedule in the We...
Cale Makar versus Roman Josi and the Nashville Predators Take On the Ottawa Senators
March 29, 2022 17:05 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBOn today's' episode Nick and Ann take a closer look at the debate raging over the Norris Trophy front runners, Cale Makar of the Colorado Avalanche and Roman Josi of the Predators. Does Makar's goal total outweigh Josi's point total? Will voters weigh a strong Avalanche roster more heavily over a Predators team that is still chasing a play off spot? Nick also explains how Roman Josi's 2020 Norris Trophy win may indicate Cale Makar is a front runner this season. The Nashville Predators take ...
Predators "Will Smith'd" the Flyers, and concern over Juuse Saros?
March 28, 2022 14:15 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBIn today's episode, Nick and Ann explain why the Nashville Predators' 5-4 win over the Philadelphia Flyers is comparable to the Will Smith Oscar slap (yes, really!) Plus, we break down Tanner Jeannot and Yakov Trenin's "revival" of the Herd Line, grade Jeremy Lauzon's first week in Smashville, and ask the question we didn't think we'd have to ask this season: Is there concern over Juuse Saros's recent performance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
"The Worst" Nashville Predators Loss Last Night Against the Vegas Golden Knights
March 25, 2022 17:43 - 35 minutes - 33 MBThe Nashville Predators drop another frustrating game to the Vegas Golden Knights last night, and Nick and Ann have the game (and emotional) breakdown on today's episode. What is our "one word" to describe the Preds' implosion in these last two games on their west coast swing? Besides the goal by Filip Forsberg with an assist from Roman Josi, what positives - if any - can Nashville take away from this game? We also detail what exactly the Predators may need to do to reset before their Sunday...
Can the Nashville Predators Run the Table Against the Vegas Golden Knights Tonight?
March 24, 2022 17:15 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBTonight the Nashville Predators take on the Vegas Golden Knights, and Nick and Ann have your complete game preview. We talk about Vegas's Evengii Danonov trade debacle and how that may affect the Golden Knights in tonight's match up. We discuss the keys to a Nashville win tonight and what mindset the Preds must have going into this game to set themselves up for a win. We also breakdown the one area where Nashville must improve, not only tonight, but if they hope to be make a respectable run ...
The Nashville Predators Kowtow to the LA Kings in Rough Loss
March 23, 2022 17:23 - 39 minutes - 36 MBThe Nashville Predators gave up six goals in a messy loss to the LA Kings last night, and Nick and Ann talk about what went wrong in this west coast game. We share our "one word" to describe the 6-1 loss, discuss the lack of production from top players like Filip Forsberg, Matt Duchene, and Roman Josi and how that affected the outcome, and talk about the concern when it comes to defensive depth for the Preds down the stretch. We also take a look around the Western Conference to analyze which...
Filip Forsberg's Record Breaking Night
March 22, 2022 17:34 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn last night's game against the Anaheim Ducks, Nashville Predators forward Filip Forsberg broke the franchise single season goal scoring record in a 6-3 win. In this episode, Nick and Ann share their "one word" to describe the game and discuss the record breaking seasons of not only Filip Forsberg, but Matt Duchene and Roman Josi. We also take a look at the first performance of Jeremy Lauzon who stepped in on his first day as a Predator for the missing Mattias Ekholm. Did his performance e...
Trade Deadline Recap: No Deal for Forsberg, Lauzon Arrives, Milwaukee Gets Depth
March 21, 2022 19:59 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBThe NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone, and the big news surrounding the Nashville Predators is the LACK of big news. Did David Poile make the right call keeping Filip Forsberg without an extension signed? Is Jeremy Lauzon REALLY worth a 2nd-Round draft pick (and how does he fit into the Preds' lineup)? Plus, should the Preds have swung for a "home run deal"? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What Will the Nashville Predators Do Before the Deadline Today?
March 21, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 34.1 MBIt's trade deadline day - what are the Nashville Predators going to do before 3:00 PM? Nick and Ann break down the latest rumors in the Filip Forsberg negotiation talks and what is likely to happen when it comes to Forsberg and the Preds. We take a look at Saturday night's big win against the Toronto Maple Leafs. What about that win bodes well for a potential play off run? We also discuss what Nashville's trade moves might be before the deadline this afternoon. BetOnline Today's Episode is...
Nashville Predators Honor Claude Giroux by Gifting Flyers a Win
March 18, 2022 15:47 - 35 minutes - 20.3 MBThe Nashville Predators couldn't pull out a win in a chaotic matchup with the lowly Philadelphia Flyers. Nick and Ann ask why sloppy games like these keep happening for the Preds, and wonder why -- with all the qualities of past Stanley Cup Champions -- the Preds are STILL struggling to get off the playoff bubble. Plus, Filip Forsberg and Roman Josi each make history while stopping a bizarre 14-year drought in Smashville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March Madness: Forsberg and Flyers Style
March 17, 2022 17:49 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBOn today's episode we talk about the latest word in regarding Filip Forsberg and the Nashville Predators as the trade deadline looms even closer. Are Nashville Predators fans willing to accept a long term to keep Forsberg in Nashville? Who has the upper hand tight now as the sides come back to the table to talk? Plus, it's game day! Ann is joined by Locked On Flyers host Rachel Donner to talk about the bittersweet celebration happening before puck drop tonight to celebrate Claude Giroux's 10...
Stop Ignoring Roman Josi!
March 16, 2022 17:14 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBToday Nick and Ann discuss the Nashville Predators' big win over the Pittsburgh Penguins last night with our "one word" to describe the game. We also talk about the players who stood out and why this win may be a good omen for the rest of the season heading into the play offs. Plus we discuss why Roman Josi doesn't seem to get the recognition across the league as a potential Norris Trophy candidate. We break down his statistics and why we think Josi is too often overlooked. We also talk thro...
Do the Nashville Predators need to go "all-in" at the NHL Trade Deadline?
March 15, 2022 14:51 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBWe're less than a week away from the NHL Trade Deadline, and in today's episode, Nick examines the notion that the Nashville Predators need to go "All In" on making a Cup run this season. Plus, we look at a few names that have been linked to the Preds in recent rumor mills. And as the Pittsburgh Penguins get ready for a showdown at Bridgestone Arena, we reflect on how Smashville has changed in the five years since their Stanley Cup Finals tilt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...
Nashville Predators Defeat Anaheim Ducks; Look Ahead to Blues, Wild.
March 11, 2022 15:10 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBIn today's episode Nick and Ann talk about last night's win over the Anaheim Ducks. We share our "one word" to describe the 4-1 victory, discuss the importance of Matt Duchene and Filip Forsberg staying hot down the stretch, and explain why we credit that Nashville Predators' penalty box guitar riff for sealing the win. We also talk about how John Hynes' coaching style is leading to confidence and trust...and which Nashville Preds players may be benefitting the most from his leadership. We a...
Are the Anaheim Ducks Nashville's Biggest Rival?
March 10, 2022 18:13 - 37 minutesIn today's episode Nick and Ann look at tonight's upcoming game against the Anaheim Ducks and breakdown what the Predators will need to do to continue their winning ways against a interesting Ducks team. What are the keys to a Predators win? We also take a look at the rivalry between Nashville and Anaheim - how did the bad blood between these two teams start? Are the Anaheim Ducks one of Nashville's biggest rivals? BetOnline Today's Episode is brought to you by BetOnline. BetOnline has you ...
Are the Anaheim Ducks Nashville's Biggest Rival?
March 10, 2022 18:13 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn today's episode Nick and Ann look at tonight's upcoming game against the Anaheim Ducks and breakdown what the Predators will need to do to continue their winning ways against a interesting Ducks team. What are the keys to a Predators win? We also take a look at the rivalry between Nashville and Anaheim - how did the bad blood between these two teams start? Are the Anaheim Ducks one of Nashville's biggest rivals? BetOnline Today's Episode is brought to you by BetOnline. BetOnline has you...
Big Win Over Division Rival Dallas
March 09, 2022 18:21 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBOn today's episode Nick and Ann breakdown the Nashville Predators' huge Central Division win over the Dallas Stars. We talk about our "one word" to describe the Predators 2-1 win over the Stars last night at Bridgestone Arena, we discuss what players had a big impact on the game outcome even though you may not see their names on the stats sheet, and what this Predators win means in a very tight Central Division race. We look at how the Predators schedule over the next few days compares to th...
Crossover: Nashville Predators Battle Dallas Stars
March 08, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBOn today's episode Nick and Ann welcome Locked on Stars host Dane Lewis to discuss tonight's game between the Dallas Stars and the Nashville Predators. We discuss how each of these teams have been performing since the All Star break, how players like Jason Robertson and FILIP FORSBERG are playing, what the trade deadline may look like for Dallas and Nashville, and finally we make predictions about how the game will go tonight at Bridgestone Arena. BetOnline Today's Episode is brought to yo...
Big Weekend Win: Nashville Predators Trounce San Jose Sharks
March 07, 2022 18:41 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBOn today's episode Nick and Ann break down the Nashville Predators' big Saturday night win over the San Jose Sharks. We discuss the play of Michael McCarron and Matt Luff as well as the development this season of a young Philip Tomasino's game. We also look ahead to critical games this week that will help determine how the Preds fare in the post season. It's Monday - and that means we end the show with our plus/minus. Which did head coach John Hynes earn this week and how about that USA Para...
Filip Forsberg Trade Talk: Will Filip Forsberg Re-sign with the Nashville Predators?
March 04, 2022 18:13 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBOn today's episode, Nick and Ann take a deep dive into the complicated question of Filip Forsberg's future with the Nashville Predators. We discuss the price the Preds are probably willing to pay to keep Forsberg in Smashville, what factors are making this trade deadline extra complicated as far as Forsberg's future goes, how the market in the NHL now may be too tempting for Forsberg to ignore, and what the worst case scenario would be for the Predators when it comes to contract talks. We al...
Exposed: Nashville Predators Show Their Weaknesses in Loss to Seattle Kraken
March 03, 2022 18:24 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBOn today's slightly more spicy episode, Nick and Ann discuss the Predators 4-3 loss to the Seattle Kraken last night and wrestle with the question, have fans been wrong about this team? Are the small "adjustments" the Preds have struggled to make of late more a part of the team's identity than we want to admit? Nick and Ann breakdown the loss with their "one word", talk about that second period slump (again), and debate who may be holding the Predators up (Matt Duchene? Juuse Saros?) and wha...
Crossover: NASHVILLE PREDATORS Take On Seattle Kraken
March 02, 2022 14:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this Locked On crossover, Erica Ayala from Locked On Kraken joins Ann to talk about tonight's match up between the Kraken and the Predators. We discuss how the Preds and the Kraken have each been performing of late. With the trade deadline looming, are there some potential Kraken/Predators deals that could be brewing? Will Calle Jarnkrok remain in Seattle past March 21 and is Mark Giordano on Nashville's radar? BetOnline Today's Episode is brought to you by BetOnline. BetOnline has you ...
Is Shea Weber Next?
March 01, 2022 18:21 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBOn today's episode, Ann and Nick take a closer look at a debate that has been brewing in Smashville since Pekka Rinne's retirement ceremony and the heartfelt roar for Shea Weber when he was announced. Will the Nashville Predators retire Shea Weber's jersey - or should they? We look back at his on and off ice contributions and discuss the sometimes complicated past of the former captain. We also tackle what the Predators need to do to hit the "reset" button against teh Seattle Kraken coming u...
Is Shea Weber Next?
March 01, 2022 18:21 - 36 minutesOn today's episode, Ann and Nick take a closer look at a debate that has been brewing in Smashville since Pekka Rinne's retirement ceremony and the heartfelt roar for Shea Weber when he was announced. Will the Nashville Predators retire Shea Weber's jersey - or should they? We look back at his on and off ice contributions and discuss the sometimes complicated past of the former captain. We also tackle what the Predators need to do to hit the "reset" button against teh Seattle Kraken coming up...
The Highs and Lows of the NHL Stadium Series
February 28, 2022 15:33 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBNick and Ann look back at an up-and-down weekend for Nashville Predators fans at the NHL's Stadium Series. We put the Preds' 3-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning under the microscope. and break down why the Preds' "big guns" couldn't keep up with Tampa's firepower. We also debate how much concern we should have for Eeli Tolvanen and Ryan Johansen, what we would change about the Stadium Series entertainment, and ask why the famed "pig races" were nowhere to be found. Learn more about your ad ...
Big Feels, Big Win: Rinne Jersey Retired, Nashville Predators Beat Dallas Stars in Shootout
February 25, 2022 18:10 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn today's episode Nick and Ann share their favorite moments from the pre-game ceremony retiring Pekka Rinne's number. We talk about the response of Juuse Saros and the team after the emotional ceremony as they battled against Joe Pavelski, Jason Robertson, and a tough Dallas Stars team. We also look ahead to this weekend's big Stadium Series game at Nissan Stadium where the Preds will face-off against a very strong Tamp Bay Lightning team and discuss keys to the game and the importance of m...
The Best of Pekka Rinne (and a little Filip Forsberg talk too)
February 24, 2022 18:06 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBOn today's episode we celebrate the career of Pekka Rinne as Smashville prepares to retire his #35 jersey tonight. What were his best saves and why is Rinne so beloved by Preds fans? We also tackle the brewing debate over whether Rinne is Hall of Fame worthy or not. Plus, we talk about "that" rumor - is David Poile actively shopping Filip Forsberg? And oh yeah, there's a BIG central division game tonight against the Dallas Stars. What do the Predators need to do to come away with a critical ...
The Sun Rises In Florida: Preds Beat Panthers 6-4
February 23, 2022 16:26 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBThe Nashville Predators defeated the top ranked Florida Panthers Tuesday night in Sunrise, FL with strong performances by Filip Forsberg, Roman Josi, and "Herd Line" players Tanner Jeannot and Yakov Trenin. On today's show we break down the game starting with our "one word" to describe the Preds' performance. We hear from Head Coach John Hynes on what went into starting goaltender David Rittich in stead of Juuse Saros. We also talk about pivotal points in the game and the belief this team ha...
Face-off in Florida: A Panthers/Predators Crossover
February 22, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBOn today's episode, Ann is joined by Locked On FLA Panthers host Armando Velez to talk about tonight's match up between the Nashville Predators and the Florida Panthers. We talk goaltenders Sergei Bobrovsky and Juuse Saros, discuss how each team has performed since the All Star break, speculate on moves each team may make before the trade deadline, and make predictions for tonight's final score. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a...
Carolina Reaper: Preds fall to Hurricanes in spicy game
February 21, 2022 11:30 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBIn today's episode, Ann recaps the NASHVILLE PREDATORS loss to the Carolina Hurricanes with "one word" to describe the 5-3 game on Friday. We discuss how to early injury to Mark Borowiecki may have affected the game and the potentially controversial decisions John Hynes made in the third period. It's also Monday so we talk Plus/Minus - what went well this week in Smashville and what needs improvement. Finally, we begin our week of celebrating Pekka Rinne by looking at his great work off the ...
Preds vs. Canes: A Past & Present Peek
February 18, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIn today's episode Ann looks at the Nashville Predators game tonight against a tough Carolina Hurricanes team tonight in Raleigh. How do Vezina Trophy hopefuls Juuse Saros and Fredrik Andersen measure up? Which team's one-two punch of Matt Duchene and Filip Forsberg versus Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov will dominate? We look back at the 2021 first round playoff series between the Preds and Canes to see how the teams have grown and changed and what the Predators can learn from their mis...
The Preds' Panic Meter
February 17, 2022 18:03 - 30 minutes - 17.5 MBToday's episode is all about the Nashville Predators panic meter! Nick and Ann asked Preds fans to rate their level of concern over the Preds' current 4-6-2 stretch and their reasons why. We also debate whether the window to turn things around is smaller than past Preds' teams. And because we're "hocktomists," we also rattle off a few reasons we're confident the Preds are still in the mix for a prime playoff spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Preds' losing streak goes to 3, Laviolette's return, and Borowiecki's impact
February 16, 2022 17:56 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBA 4-1 loss to the Washington Capitals means the Nashville Predators have now lost three games in a row, and have yet to find the "W" column since the All-Star break. Nick and Ann give their one word to describe the game, and debate John Hynes's claim that there were several positives to take away from the Preds' performance. We also talk Mark Borowiecki's new contract with the Preds and the rousing ovation for Peter Laviolette's return to Nashville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...
Do you WANT Alex Ovechkin to Break Wayne Gretzky's All-Time NHL Goals Record?
February 15, 2022 15:05 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBA simple question about whether Alex Ovechkin can become the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer leads to one of the spiciest debates in Locked on Predators history. Is there a reason you WOULDN'T want Ovi to pass Wayne Gretzky on that list? Meanwhile, Ovi's Capitals come to Smashville for a tilt against the Nashville Predators. We discuss how the Preds can get back in the win column, and why the Caps and Preds find themselves in similar situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...
Persistent Penalties Problematic for Predators
February 14, 2022 16:40 - 32 minutes - 18.5 MBIn today's show, Nick and Ann put the Nashville Predators' discipline under the microscope after excessive penalties lead to back-to-back losses. We hear from Mattias Ekholm on the matter, and debate his claim that calls are a result of the Preds "not wanting to play scared." Plus, this week's Plus/Minus segment features some superstar names from the Preds, just not in roles we're used to talking about. We also celebrate a big weekend of USA Olympic hockey and examine the million-dollar ques...
Welcome to the Pred-lympics!
February 11, 2022 15:06 - 36 minutes - 21 MBWith the Olympic games in full-swing, Nick and Ann decide to hold trials for our first ever "Pred-lympics!" We debate which Nashville Predators players would thrive in different Olympic sports (besides hockey, of course). Could Roman Josi dominate figure skating? Would Tanner Jeannot crush the halfpipe? Would Filip Forsberg's mustache give him an advantage in a certain sport? Take a listen, then head to Twitter and tweet us your thoughts @LO_Predators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
What went wrong for the Predators' in their ugly 4-3 loss to Dallas?
February 10, 2022 16:11 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBThe Nashville Predators' first game back from the All-Star break was, to put it kindly, a mess. Nick an Ann break down what doomed the Preds in their 4-3 loss to the Dallas Stars, and look at an uncharacteristically-sloppy performance from Roman Josi. We also try to make sense of the Yakov Trenin "no penalty/major penalty/minor penalty" fiasco and debate how much of an impact that sequence of calls had on the game. Plus, in happier hockey news, we recap the start of USA Men's Hockey's quest ...
Crossover: Riding Into Dallas
February 09, 2022 14:42 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWe're joined by Dane Lewis of Locked On Stars to talk about tonight's Central Division match up. We talk Roman Josi, Juuse Saros, and Matt Duchene's seasons so far. Dane walks us through the wild goaltending journey the Stars have been on to Jake Oettinger, the John Klingberg drama, and what is behind the Stars struggle for consistency. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,...
Saros getting disrespected in the Vezina race, and a Laviolette-ish USA-Canada showdown
February 08, 2022 15:06 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBA discussion on the NHL midseason awards favorites brings up a heated point; Juuse Saros deserves to be the Vezina Trophy front-runner, yet he may not even be a finalist this year. Nick and Ann guess the one superficial stat that may have voters putting Saros further down in their midseason polls. We also give our sleeper picks for the Hart Trophy, debate who are the top three rookies in the NHL this year (is Tanner Jeannot one of them?), and look at where Roman Josi stands in a crowded, but...
Reviewing a hit-or-miss All-Star weekend, and the Predators' second-half preview
February 07, 2022 16:59 - 34 minutes - 19.6 MBNHL All-Star weekend had some legitimately fun moments, as well as moments that made us go "uhh what?" Nick and Ann break down the hits and misses from All-Star weekend, and grade Roman Josi and Juuse Saros's performances. We also take a peak into the future with a preview of the Predators' second half of the season. Which games do we think will be the Preds' biggest tests? Which player do we think needs to have a strong second half? And what's the biggest key for the Preds to stay hot. Lea...
The five best NHL All-Star performances by Nashville Predators players EVER
February 04, 2022 15:12 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBRoman Josi and Juuse Saros are in Las Vegas for NHL's All-Star weekend! Nick and Ann preview which events our beloved Nashville Predators will be taking part in, and which events we're MOST excited to see in Vegas. Plus, in honor of the All-Star festivities, we rank the five best All-Star weekend performances by Nashville Predators EVER, and throw in a few lesser-known tidbits about the Preds All-Star festivities as well. Ann also has a fresh plate of cookies for her hockey figure of the wee...
We need to talk about Rocky Wirtz's tirade at the Chicago Blackhawks' town hall
February 03, 2022 17:00 - 31 minutes - 18.1 MBA softball question regarding changes the Chicago Blackhawks have made following the Kyle Beach investigation sparks a tirade from Blackhawks' owner Rocky Wirtz at a public town-hall. Nick and Ann discuss this latest disaster from the franchise and why it's a sign of a growing toxic attitude among sports teams and athletes towards fans and journalists. In happier news, we also celebrate the start of Olympic hockey, break down USA and Canada's winning starts, and why the men's tournament migh...
Strawberry Pretzel Salads and Nashville Predators Victories
February 02, 2022 15:11 - 33 minutes - 23 MBNick and Ann give their one word to describe to describe the Nashville Predators' 4-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks and Bridgestone Arena, and debate whether this was Filip Forsberg's best all-around game of the season (yes, even better than his 4-goal night). We also grade the returns of Dante Fabbro and Eeli Tolvanen to the lineup and give kudos to another player who may have played his best game yet in a Preds uniform. Plus, it's never too early to start thinking about the playoffs, so w...
Hot take Tuesday, Predators-Canucks preview, and Juuse Saros's big minutes
February 01, 2022 14:59 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBIt's "Hot Take Tuesday" at Locked on Predators, and today, Nick and Ann are grading some internet hot takes about the Nashville Predators. Plus, Ann has to apologize for her grade on one of Nick's PREVIOUS hot takes. We also debate a question brought up by a recent Paul Skrbina article in the Tennessean; Should the Preds be worried about the workload Juuse Saros has had this season? And we preview Tuesday's showdown against the Vancouver Canucks, and why J.T. Miller, Matt Duchene, and power ...
Josi's an All-Star, and Should We Be Worried About The Herd Line?
January 31, 2022 15:13 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBIt took a while, but Roman Josi is officially heading to the NHL All-Star Game. Nick and Ann discuss why the Nashville Predators' Captain should have been there to begin with... NOT as an injury replacement. Other topics include: Are the "Herd Line" (Colton Sissons, Yakov Trenin, and Tanner Jeannot) having the same impact now as they did earlier in the season? Four things the Predators need to do to lock up a top playoff spot. Filip Forsberg inches closer to Predators' history (and a big ...
A Dog Day Night in Edmonton
January 28, 2022 15:07 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBAfter the Nashville Predators' 3-2 shootout loss to the Edmonton Oilers, Nick and Ann draw comparisons between Thursday's game and a classic thriller movie from the 1970's, down to Connor McDavid's role as the villain. We also explain why despite the loss, we may have seen Juuse Saros's best game of the season, and Filip Forsberg's quest to make Nashville Predators' history. And since it's Friday, Ann has a fresh batch of Dutch's cookies for our Preds player of the week. Learn more about yo...
Filip Forsberg and a Way Too Early Predators Trade Deadline Preview
January 27, 2022 15:01 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBThe NHL trade deadline is still a month and a half away, but we're already starting to see rumors swirling around the Nashville Predators! Nick and Ann explore what the Preds MIGHT do come deadline day, and debate how much Filip Forsberg's looming free agency will impact David Poile's strategy. We also look at a few names rumored to be on the block around the league and debate whether they'd be a good fit for the Preds. Plus, we give you the one thing the Preds MUST do to beat the Edmonton O...
Literally Sleepless in Seattle
January 26, 2022 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBThe Nashville Predators stayed up well past their bedtime to hand the Seattle Kraken a 4-2 loss. Nick and Ann break down why goaltending on both sides wound up being the X-factor, and why this game should be front-and-center of Juuse Saros's Vezina reel. We also debate where we'd put Filip Forsberg's coast-to-coast goal among the Preds' best this season. Plus, we look at the Western Conference teams rising, falling, and surprising in this week's "Western Conference Wednesday" segment. Learn...
Crossover - Nashville Predators Versus Seattle Kraken The Revenge Tour
January 25, 2022 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBToday Erica Ayala from Locked On Kraken joins us to talk about tonight's match up against the Seattle Kraken. The Kraken won their first ever game against the Preds in October, but will tonight's contest be a revenge game for Nashville? We talk Jordan McCann, Philipp Grubauer, and of course, Calle Jarnkrök, which Nashville line will probably be hot, and how the power play and penalty kill could affect tonight's outcome. Plus, we swap "team cheat codes" and make our bold predictions! Learn m...
Thoughts on the Jordan Subban incident, and Preds prep for big week
January 24, 2022 15:20 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this episode, Nick and Ann discuss the fallout from an ECHL player's gesture towards Jordan Subban, the message we should take away from older brother P.K. Subban's response afterwards, and the repercussions of racism in hockey. Plus, we break down the plusses and minuses from the past week of Nashville Predators hockey, explain how Matt Tennyson, Matt Duchene, and Mark Borowiecki have helped the Preds get back on track, and look ahead to a busy week on the West Coast. Learn more about y...