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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Nashville Predators Buy Out Matt Duchene: What Is that Decision Really About?
July 03, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBNew General Manager Barry Trotz shocked many in Nashville as word spread on Friday that the Nashville Predators were buying out Matt Duchene's remaining contract. On today's Locked On Predators podcast, we take a look at the buy out and review the other big moves Trotz made over the weekend. The Predators signed Ryan O'Reilly, Luke Schenn, and Gustav Nyquist and re-signed Cody Glass and Alexandre Carrier. But what happened with Matt Duchene? We'll break down the financial repercussions of bu...
Did the Nashville Predators "Swing Big" in the 2023 NHL Draft?
June 30, 2023 17:04 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBThe 2023 NHL Draft is in the books and on today's Locked On Predators we take a look back at the last two days in Nashville. Nick and Ann share their "one word" to describe the NHL Draft and tell you their favorite moments covering the events of the week. We take a closer look at the eleven new prospects who joined the Predators organization. Barry Trotz said he wants to take some "big swings" when it come to offseason moves - did the Predators embrace that same philosophy at the draft? We t...
DRAFT GRADES: Nashville Predators Pick Matthew Wood and Tanner Molendyk in Round 1 of 2023 NHL Draft
June 29, 2023 14:20 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBThe Nashville Predators went safe AND bold with their two first round picks in the 2023 NHL Draft, selecting UConn scorer Matthew Wood and Saskatoon Blades defenseman Tanner Molendyk with the 15th and 24th overall picks, respectively. On today's show, we give you our instant analysis of the Preds' first round, break down what Wood offers to Barry Trotz and Andrew Brunette's new-look offense, and whether Molendyk can develop into the biggest "boom" pick in the first round. We also look at som...
Nashville Predators draft Tanner Molendyk with 24th-overall pick in 2023 NHL Draft | Instant Reaction & Analysis
June 29, 2023 03:16 - 6 minutes - 6.29 MBThe Nashville Predators have drafted Saskatoon Blades defenseman Tanner Molendyk with the 24th-overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. Nick Morgan of Locked On Predators joins Gil Martin and Hadi Kalakeche from the Draft floor in Nashville to discuss the Preds’ second draft pick of the night, and dig into what Molendyk might add to the Predators defensive prospect corps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nashville Predators draft Matthew Wood with 15th-overall pick in 2023 NHL Draft | Instant Reaction & Analysis
June 29, 2023 01:53 - 4 minutes - 3.78 MBThe Nashville Predators have drafted forward Matthew Wood with the 15th-overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. Nick Morgan joins Gil Martin and Hadi Kalakeche from the Draft floor in Nashville to react to the selection and discuss why Wood feels like a throwback Predators pick, and an exciting addition to the Predators growing group of exciting prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023 NHL Draft Preview: Will the Nashville Predators Make a Big Splash?
June 28, 2023 15:12 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBThe first round of the 2023 NHL Draft begins TONIGHT at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Connor Bedard is the consensus top pick, but who goes next? And can the Nashville Predators somehow move into the top five? On today's show, we predict what Barry Trotz, David Poile, and the Preds will and WON'T do at this year's draft, discuss whether they have enough capital to move into the top five of the draft, and which team will eventually land Matvei Michkov. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast pla...
Potential Late Round Sleeper Picks for the Nashville Predators
June 27, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBThe Nashville Predators have plenty of picks in the 2023 NHL Draft tomorrow. While many fans are discussing what David Poile and Barry Trotz may do with those first and second round picks, there are some overlooked treasures further down the draft order. On today's Locked On Predators, we are joined by Penalty Box Radio's prospects expert, Eric Denay to talk about some late round sleeper picks. Eric will share a few third, fourth, or later round surprises who may end up being the next Juuso ...
BONUS: Locked On NHL Mock Draft 2023: Picks 11 through 21
June 26, 2023 16:20 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this special bonus presentation of Locked On NHL, Gil Martin and Hadi Kalakeche react to selections 11 through 21 in the 2023 Locked On NHL Mock Draft, including the pick made by the Nashville Predators at 15th-overall. Tune into the full three-part Mock Draft on the Locked On NHL podcast feed or on YouTube: https://youtu.be/u5YU7rtNC_0 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Gu...
NHL Awards "Should" vs "Will": Connor McDavid? Matty Beniers? Linus Ullmark?
June 26, 2023 16:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBTonight Nashville hosts the 2023 NHL Awards and on this bonus episode of Locked On Predators we share our "should wins" and our "will wins". It seems like Connor McDavid is a lock for the Hart Trophy, but how close are David Pastrnak and Matthew Tkachuk to being the most valuable to their team? We debate which head coach should win the Jack Adams Award and which bench boss will walk away with the win. Without Juuse Saros in the mix, we share which goaltender we think should take home the Vez...
Nashville Predators Trade Ryan Johansen to the Colorado Avalanche
June 26, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBOn Saturday, incoming GM Barry Trotz announced that the Nashville Predators traded Ryan Johansen to the Colorado Avalanche. On today's Locked On Predators, we break down the trade deal and its impact on the Predators moving forward. We debate whether Nashville would have bought out Johansen if a suitable trade partner hadn't been found. We share our thoughts on the Preds retaining salary in the deal and how Alex Galchenyuk may or may not fit into Nashville's future plans. We discuss how Joha...
Nashville Predators Free Agency: J.T. Compher, Ryan Graves, and One Wild Suggestion for Barry Trotz
June 23, 2023 20:27 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBThe Nashville Predators are looking to reconstruct their roster under new head coach Andrew Brunette, and while the free agency market isn't flush with superstars, there are some interesting picks that could make great additions for 2023-2024. On today's Locked On Predators, we talk about six of our favorite free agents that may fit exactly what the Predators need right now. J.T.Compher may be an intriguing winger for Nashville paired with a young Predator like Luke Evangelista or Phil Tomas...
Nashville Predators Trade Proposals: Clayton Keller, Alex DeBrincat, and that Ryan Johansen Contract
June 23, 2023 01:41 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBTrade speculation is heating up and the Nashville Predators have been a topic of trade buzz in recent weeks. With cap space, draft capital, a new head coach in Andrew Brunette, and a reset underway, David Poile and Barry Trotz might be looking to make a big move. Today on the Locked On Predators podcast, we let our listeners put on their GM hats as we discuss YOUR trade proposals. The Ottawa Senators may be looking to deal Alex DeBrincat, and we'll break down the one trade proposal that make...
Five Potential Landing Spots For Juuse Saros (If the Nashville Predators Trade Him)
June 21, 2023 17:26 - 32 minutes - 26.3 MBJuuse Saros is front-and-center in the NHL's trade rumor mill. A number of teams have reportedly called the Nashville Predators regarding a potential trade for their franchise goaltender. Today, we look at five potential landing spots for Juuse Saros: the Los Angeles Kings, Ottawa Senators, New Jersey Devils, Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Buffalo Sabres. We analyze the potential fit for each team and how "desperate" they'd be for a goalie of Saros's caliber, the asking price for each team, an...
The Nashville Predators Defense: The Stats, the Solutions, and a Roman Josi Hot Take
June 20, 2023 17:40 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBThe Nashville Predators didn't make the 2022-2023 postseason, but it wasn't just unfortunate injuries that kept the team from the playoffs. On today's Locked On Predators we take a look at a Predators defense that struggled in front of Juuse Saros last season. We debate how much losing Mattias Ekholm hurt the blue line and whether the additions of Tyson Barrie and Ryan McDonagh are enough to help the defense do their part in a Nashville reset. We break down the area of biggest need for the d...
Auston Matthew to Nashville Predators and Other "Takes From a Hat"
June 16, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIt is a fun Friday as we play a game of "Takes From a Hat" where we tackle a number of Nashville Predators and hockey topics. Now that the Nashville Predators no longer have Mark Borowiecki and Tanner Jeannot, who is the best fighter on the roster? We debate whether there is space on NHL teams anymore for a player who is mainly an "enforcer". We daydream about which former Predator we would add to the 2023-2024 roster in their prime. Would Paul Kariya give players like Filip Forsberg or Luke...
Draft Options for Predators at Pick 24: Daniil But, Dmitri Simashev, and Quentin Musty
June 15, 2023 14:26 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MBWith the 2023 NHL Draft in Nashville less than two weeks away, we're bringing back Predators' prospect expert Eric Dunay to look at three players the Preds could target with the 24th overall pick. We look at Lokomotiv Yaroslav's massive forward, Daniil But, and why his greatest strength might make him the PERFECT fit for Barry Trotz's new-look Nashville Predators' lineup. We also look at But's teammate, defensemen Dmitri Simashev, and discuss why Eric thinks he can become the best defensive ...
What Can the Predators Learn from the Stanley Cup Winning Vegas Golden Knights?
June 14, 2023 18:11 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBThe Nashville Predators watched as the Vegas Golden Knights hosted the Stanley Cup last night after soundly defeating the Florida Panthers in the Finals 4-1. On today's Locked On Predators we reflect on the Golden Knights postseason run and decipher the factors that led to Vegas's championship. We discuss the hard decisions that incoming General Manager Barry Trotz may have to make if the Predators want to speed up their hopes for a championship under new head coach Andrew Brunette. What abo...
Ryan McDonagh, Jeremy Lauzon, and the Future of the Nashville Predators Defense
June 13, 2023 16:11 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBFor the first time in his career, defenseman Ryan McDonagh missed out on the postseason as the Nashville Predators began a late season reset. On today's episode, we take a look back at McDonagh's first season as a Nashville Predators and share our "one word" to describe his game. It wasn't an easy transition for the two time Stanley Cup winner in Nashville, and we discuss why we think next season may be another season of adjustment for McDonagh. What will new head coach Andrew Brunette need ...
Six Years Since "Sissons Scored": Do the Predators Win the 2017 Stanley Cup if the Goal Counts?
June 12, 2023 13:47 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBThis past weekend marked since years since the infamous "Sissons Scored" play, i.e. the Nashville Predators' disallowed goal that reshaped Game 6 of the 2017 Stanley Cup Finals against the Pittsburgh Penguins, who went on to win the game and the Cup that evening. But what would have happened if that goal had counted? Would the Preds have held on to win Game 6? What would have happened in the ensuing Game 7? Would Pekka Rinne have been able to add a Cup to his resume? In today's show, we do ...
Which Nashville Predators Will Be Most Improved Under Andrew Brunette? (And Which Might Struggle?)
June 09, 2023 17:36 - 35 minutes - 28.2 MBAndrew Brunette is bringing a new philosophy and a new system to the Nashville Predators. With that in mind, we ask which Preds players will improve the MOST under Brunette's new style of play, and which Preds might struggle in his new system? We look at how stars like Roman Josi, Matt Duchene, Filip Forsberg, Ryan Johansen, and Ryan McDonagh might perform next season. Plus, Nick and Ann reveal their one surprise depth player who might thrive under the Preds' new head coach. We also look at...
Would Alex DeBrincat Be a Good Fit for the Nashville Predators?
June 08, 2023 18:15 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBAlex DeBrincat appears to be looking for a trade after submitting a list of teams he may be interested in to the Ottawa Senators. Could the 25 year old be a good fit for the Nashville Predators? Today we look at DeBrincat's skill set and what he could bring to the Predators who are looking for more offensive punch under new head coach Andrew Brunette. We take a look at what made DeBrincat so successful in Chicago and what may have been missing last season in Ottawa. Do the Predators have the...
Juuse Saros: Will He Stay With the Nashville Predators Or Will He Go?
June 07, 2023 18:04 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBThere has been plenty of speculation about the future of Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros since the team made it clear they are headed for a roster reset. A tweet yesterday claimed the L.A. Kings talked to the Preds about Saros at the trade deadline. On today's episode we talk about what the trade deadline conversations may have been and address how likely the Predators are to entertain offers this offseason. What would it take to get Barry Trotz to pull the trigger on a Saros trad...
Juuse Saros: Will He Stay With the Nashville Predators Or Will He Go?
June 07, 2023 18:04 - 37 minutesThere has been plenty of speculation about the future of Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros since the team made it clear they are headed for a roster reset. A tweet yesterday claimed the L.A. Kings talked to the Preds about Saros at the trade deadline. On today's episode we talk about what the trade deadline conversations may have been and address how likely the Predators are to entertain offers this offseason. What would it take to get Barry Trotz to pull the trigger on a Saros trade...
Gavin Brindley, Samuel Honzek Could Be "Big Swings" For Nashville Predators in 2023 NHL Draft
June 06, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBWith the 2023 NHL Draft less than a month away, we continue to look at first-round prospects who may be a perfect fit for the Nashville Predators. Today, Eric Dunay from Penalty Box Radio joins us to look at two players the Preds could "swing big" for with the 24th overall pick: Michigan forward Gavin Brindley and Vancouver Giants forward Samuel Honzek. We break down each players' strengths, their potential fit with the Preds, and the areas of their game that they still need to improve. Fol...
What the Nashville Predators Can Learn From the 2023 Stanley Cup Finals
June 05, 2023 16:52 - 32 minutes - 26.1 MBThe Florida Panthers and Vegas Golden Knights are in the midst of an intense Stanley Cup Finals matchup, while the Nashville Predators are at home pondering their team's future. If Barry Trotz and Andrew Brunette need ideas for building a winning team, they only need to turn on their TVs. On today's show, we look at three big lessons the Nashville Predators can learn from this year's Finals matchup. That includes the showdown between Matthew Tkachuk and Jack Eichel, the bizarre but dynamic ...
Barry Trotz Has His New Head Coach - What's His Next Move for the Nashville Predators This Offseason?
June 02, 2023 17:31 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBThe Nashville Predators introduced new head coach Andrew Brunette at Wednesday's press conference and Barry Trotz shared his vision for the Predators' future under Brunette. Today we discuss the next steps Trotz may take this offseason with plenty of draft capital and cap space but a lean free agency pool. What are realistic expectations for the Predators in Andrew Brunette's first season behind the bench? We talk about how Brunette's coaching resume means a change in Nashville's style of pl...
What Will Be Different for the Nashville Predators Under New Head Coach Andrew Brunette?
June 01, 2023 17:21 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBYesterday the Nashville Predators formally introduced Andrew Brunette as the new head coach of the franchise after letting John Hynes go. Today we hear from incoming General Manager Barry Trotz on the process he undertook to find "his guy" behind the bench. We debate whether the process was really fair to John Hynes and what may be next for him. Andrew Brunette and Barry Trotz talked about getting back to the "Predators way" - we talk about what that looks like not only on the ice but also i...
Why John Hynes Didn't Work Out as Nashville Predators' Head Coach
May 31, 2023 17:32 - 32 minutes - 26 MBThe Nashville Predators have fired John Hynes as head coach and replaced him with Andrew Brunette. On today's show, we look back at the Hynes era in Smashville and pinpoint why his stint as head coach ultimately proved unsuccessful. We also debate whether Hynes was ever put in a prime spot to have success with the Preds or whether the team's roster woes doomed him from the start. Plus, we look at the positives of bringing Andrew Brunette in as head coach and ask why the Preds chose him over ...
BREAKING POD! Nashville Predators Fire John Hynes, Name Andrew Brunette Head Coach
May 30, 2023 17:12 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBAfter a month of speculation, the Nashville Predators are reportedly moving on from John Hynes as the team's head coach and replacing him with former Jack Adams nominee Andrew Brunette; that's according to a tweet from Kevin Weekes. On this EMERGENCY edition of the Locked on Predators podcast, we break down the timing of the move, the ultimate downfall of John Hynes's tenure in Nashville, and what we can expect from Andrew Brunette moving forward. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms...
Brayden Yager and Matthew Wood Would Be PERFECT Draft Picks for the Nashville Predators
May 30, 2023 12:00 - 24 minutes - 19.7 MBThe Nashville Predators own the 15th overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. And today, we're bringing back prospects expert Eric Dunay from Penalty Box Radio to look at more players who the Preds could target with the 15th overall picks. Today, we profile Brayden Yager and Matthew Wood; two forwards who could add some scoring pop to the Preds' lineup. We examine Yager's high-scoring season with the Moose Jaw Warriors and debate whether he'd fit in more as a shooter or as a playmaker in the NHL...
Are Axel Sandin Pellikka, Eduard Sale, or Colby Barlow Good Draft Options for the Predators?
May 26, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 22 MBThe 2023 NHL Draft in Nashville is a month away, and the hometown Nashville Predators will be looking to make a splash with the 15th overall pick. Today, prospects expert Eric Dunay from Penalty Box Radio joins the show to highlight three players who could be perfect fits for the Preds with that pick: Skellefteå AIK defenseman Axel Sandin Pellikka, HC Kometa Brno forward Eduard Sale, and Owen Sound forward Colby Barlow. We debate whether Sandin Pellikka's offensive upside could make him a f...
Squadcast: Milwaukee Admirals vs. Coachella Valley Firebirds
May 25, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBTonight Nashville Predators fans will get another look at some of last season's surprise stars as they compete with the AHL Milwaukee Admirals against the Seattle Kraken's AHL affiliate Coachella Valley Firebirds in the Western Conference Finals. Today we are joined by Erica Ayala to talk about these two AHL teams and their respective roads to the Conference Finals. Who are the players to watch and what advantage do the Firebirds have over the Ads? We discuss what head coach Karl Taylor will...
Are Dante Fabbro and Alexandre Carrier Still Part of the Nashville Predators' Future?
May 24, 2023 17:22 - 32 minutes - 26.4 MBDante Fabbro and Alexandre Carrier are the Nashville Predators' two cornerstones on the right-side of the defense, but their paths to get there could not have been more different. Could their unique paths to the Preds impact their futures with the team? On today's episode, we break down the highs and lows of Fabbro and Carrier's 2022-23 seasons, debate their roles on the Predators' moving forward, and ask whether one (or both) could wind up as trade bait in the not-so-distant future. Plus,...
How Important Is Tyson Barrie in the Nashville Predators Future Plans?
May 23, 2023 15:33 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBOne of the biggest moves David Poile made at the trade deadline was moving Mattias Ekholm. The Predators received defenseman Tyson Barrie in that trade package, and many thought Barrie could be a part of another trade before even seeing time in a Predators jersey. Quite the opposite ended up being true of the former Edmonton Oiler. We discuss the important role Barrie played for the Predators down the stretch. Did playing with Jake Livingstone, Jeremy Lauzon, and Spencer Stastney change Barr...
How Important Is Tyson Barrie in the Nashville Predators Future Plans?
May 23, 2023 15:33 - 33 minutesOne of the biggest moves David Poile made at the trade deadline was moving Mattias Ekholm. The Predators received defenseman Tyson Barrie in that trade package, and many thought Barrie could be a part of another trade before even seeing time in a Predators jersey. Quite the opposite ended up being true of the former Edmonton Oiler. We discuss the important role Barrie played for the Predators down the stretch. Did playing with Jake Livingstone, Jeremy Lauzon, and Spencer Stastney change Barri...
Why Haven't the Nashville Predators Decided on John Hynes's Future Yet?
May 22, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes - 28.3 MBIt's been more than a month since the Nashville Predators' season ended, and the team STILL hasn't announced a decision regarding John Hynes's future as head coach. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, that decision could be coming soon, but why has it taken this long to get there? On today's show, Predators' beat writer Alex Daugherty joins the show to discuss Hynes's future in Nashville and how much we should read into the Predators' lengthy "evaluation" of the coaching staff. If H...
Would You Use Juuse Saros as Trade Bait For an Elite Forward?; Nashville Predators Takes From a Hat
May 19, 2023 15:24 - 37 minutes - 29.9 MBIt's Friday, which means the return of our "Takes From A Hat" segment! Nick and Ann have some juicy topics to debate in this week's edition. The Nashville Predators may not WANT to trade Juuse Saros, but if it came down to it, WOULD they swap their all-star goalie if it meant landing an elite player from another team, such as Mitch Marner or William Nylander from the Toronto Maple Leafs? We debate the pros and cons of making such a move, and what the Preds' goaltending situation would look ...
The Biggest Surprise for the Nashville Predators This Season? Tommy Novak
May 18, 2023 15:30 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIn a Nashville Predators season full of ups and downs, one of the brightest storylines and biggest surprises was the play of Tommy Novak. Today we take a closer look at Novak's standout year including our "one word" to describe his game. We share what we learned about Novak watching him play with veteran line mates like Filip Forsberg and Matt Duchene and younger players like Luke Evangelista. We'll tell you the two things that stood out about his game and where we see him fitting in next se...
Not Just Eeli Tolvanen: The Ones that Got Away for the Nashville Predators
May 17, 2023 17:52 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBNashville Predators fans watched former Nashville first round pick Eeli Tolvanen flourish with the Seattle Kraken in the postseason after placing him on waivers in December. On today's episode we take a look back at some other former Preds who excelled with another franchise after leaving Nashville. The Kevin Fiala/Mikael Granlund trade has been widely debated, but did the Preds give up too soon on young Fiala? We tell you why his success in Minnesota and LA could have happened in Nashville....
Has Cody Glass Done Enough to Be the Nashville Predators Top Line Center?
May 16, 2023 17:48 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBBarry Trotz and the Nashville Predators are headed for a rebuilding season, and Cody Glass could be a big part of what comes next for the team. One of the best predictions of future performance is past performance, so we take a look back at Cody Glass's season including our "one word" to describe his game in 2022-2023. We discuss whether Glass could grow into a top line center for the Predators and what areas of his game need to improve to get him there. We also debate whether John Hynes's c...
Could the Maple Leafs and Predators Be Trade Partners? And Other Nashville Predators Mailbag Topics
May 15, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes - 31.2 MBThere are whispers the Toronto Maple Leafs may make some changes to refresh the look of their roster following their playoff exit. Could the Nashville Predators step in and pry one of the Leafs' "big guns" away from The Six? On today's episode, we debate whether Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, John Tavares, and William Nylander may be mostly likely to be moved, their potential fit in Nashville, and what it would take for the Predators to make a deal (and whether Juuse Saros or Yaroslav Askaro...
Hockey Mom Life: A Special Mothers Day Talk with Predators Prospect Mom Stacey Matier
May 12, 2023 12:30 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBIn July 2021, the Nashville Predators selected defenseman Jack Matier in the fourth round of the NHL draft. While we often hear about draft day and hockey life from players and coaches, today we hear the unique perspective of a hockey mom. We welcome Jack's mom Stacey Matier as she shares her heart and experiences. Stacey gives us an inside look at the joys and challenges of raising an elite athlete pursuing an NHL dream. Jack's standout 2022-2023 season with the Ottawa 67s made Stacey proud...
Barry Trotz Still Won't Commit to John Hynes's Coaching Future; Juuse Saros's Vezina Chances
May 11, 2023 17:23 - 32 minutes - 26.5 MBWill the Nashville Predators enter next season with a new head coach? New G.M. Barry Trotz's comments on John Hynes's future on a recent appearance on 102.5 The Game's "Robby and Rexrode" have some in Smashville questioning whether Trotz is eyeing a different option behind the Preds' bench. On today's episode, we unpack Trotz's comments on Hynes, debate whether they indicate the temperature of Hynes's hot seat, and ask if Hynes is gone... who ELSE could step into the Preds' head coaching ro...
Will Ryan Johansen and Juuso Parssinen Be Back With the Nashville Predators Next Season?
May 10, 2023 18:22 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBAfter a disappointing season of inconsistency and injuries, the Nashville Predators missed the postseason for the first time since 2013-2014. On today's Locked On Predators podcast, we take a closer look at two players whose seasons were both marred by inconsistency and injury - Ryan Johansen and Juuso Parssinen. After a strong season in 2021-2022, Johansen fell victim to a team wide issue of inconsistency before being injured in February and missing the remainder of the season. Nick and An...
Why Nashville Predators Fans - and Many NHL Fans - Are Disgusted After Draft Lottery
May 09, 2023 14:19 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBLast night the fate of young Connor Bedard was decided at the NHL Draft Lottery. Nashville Predators fans will have to deal with the generational talent often as he will be drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in the Central Division. There were big reactions across the NHL after the lottery show, and today we talk about the story behind Bedard - why it isn't just "sour grapes" that has so many fans frustrated by the results of the lottery. Was the draft lottery rigged to favor a big American f...
Who Should Predators Fans Want to Land Connor Bedard?
May 08, 2023 14:39 - 40 minutes - 32.8 MBWhile the Nashville Predators can technically win Monday's NHL Draft Lotter, they can't move up to the number one spot, meaning they'll miss out on the chance to draft Connor Bedard. So with that in mind, who SHOULD Preds fans want to see land the generational talent at the 2023 NHL Draft in Nashville? On today's episode, Nick and Ann look at all 11 teams who can win the number one spot in the draft lottery, and rate how excited we'd be if each team managed to land Bedard. We debate the "f...
Grading Nashville Predators Players Matt Duchene and Mark Jankowski: Pass or Fail?
May 05, 2023 17:21 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBMatt Duchene wasn't able to repeat his career season this year even before his gruesome finger injury, and on today's Locked On Predators we take a closer look at Duchene's performance in 2022-2023 to see what may have changed. We share our "one word" to describe his year, break down his stats, and share the one BIG expectation Duchene has not met in his tenure in Nashville. Forward Mark Jankowski played 50 games for the Nashville Predators this season, and we also grade his NHL performance....
Mark Borowiecki Retires, Milwaukee Admirals News, and May the Fourth Be With You!
May 04, 2023 17:13 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBVeteran defenseman Mark Borowiecki announced his retirement yesterday after twelve years in the league and his last three seasons with the Nashville Predators. We discuss what Boro means to the Preds and the hockey community at large and what David Poile hinted could be next for Borocop. The Milwaukee Admirals and Nashville Predators renew their working relationship - we talk about why this AHL/NHL collaboration is so successful. The Admirals drop game three in their AHL playoff series again...
Did Filip Forsberg and Yakov Trenin Meet Expectations?
May 03, 2023 17:24 - 31 minutes - 29 MBThe Nashville Predators lost star forward Filip Forsberg to injury in February, but was Forsberg meeting expectations up until that point? After a career season last year, we discuss the two things that stood out in his 50 games. Looking ahead, could Cody Glass or Tommy Novak unlock a next level for Forsberg? Plus, we grade Yakov Trenin's performance in 2022-23 and debate whether he is more valuable to the Predators on the roster or as a trade piece. Offseason report cards continue on today...
Did Filip Forsberg and Yakov Trenin Meet Expectations?
May 03, 2023 17:24 - 35 minutesThe Nashville Predators lost star forward Filip Forsberg to injury in February, but was Forsberg meeting expectations up until that point? After a career season last year, we discuss the two things that stood out in his 50 games. Looking ahead, could Cody Glass or Tommy Novak unlock a next level for Forsberg? Plus, we grade Yakov Trenin's performance in 2022-23 and debate whether he is more valuable to the Predators on the roster or as a trade piece. Offseason report cards continue on today'...