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Predators Official Podcast

228 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 266 ratings

The Predators Official Podcast is hosted by Max Herz and Kara Hammer. The 45-minute long program offers inside access to the team, the best interviews with players and analysts, plus the Preds hockey talk you crave.

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Episodes

Zuck Yeah! New Pred Jason Zucker on the POP

March 15, 2024 21:48 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

Newly-acquired Predators winger Jason Zucker joins the Preds Official Podcast (16:00)! Topics include: being a trade-related scratch and wondering where he would be traded to, his hockey journey from Las Vegas to Michigan to University of Denver to the NHL and his family and charity work. Kara Hammer & Max Herz stay as hot as the Preds in our fifth episode since the team's last regular season loss, riding a 13-game point streak. We break down Luke Evangelista's goal in Columbus (his favorit...

Trade Predline Moves: Welcome Jason Zucker, Anthony Beauvillier, & Jaret Anderson-Dolan!

March 09, 2024 01:05 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

The Preds Official Podcast recaps Nashville's moves at the NHL Trade Deadline with thoughts from two of the new Preds and General Manager Barry Trotz. Plus, Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap this week's two Preds hat tricks by Cody Glass and Filip Forsberg to finish up a 4-0-1 homestand! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spo...

Pulling the Same Rope: Red Hot Preds!

March 01, 2024 22:42 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MB

The Predators have won a season-best seven straight games to get back into a playoff spot and the Preds Official Podcast is here to talk all about it! Kara Hammer & Max Herz are joined by Preds TV Play-by-Play Announcer Willy Daunic (16:55) to highlight the tone setters for the win streak: the starting line of Mike McCarron, Kiefer Sherwood, and Cole Smith. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to ...

On The Road With EGOAT: Egor Afanasyev, Preds Winger on the POP

February 23, 2024 21:38 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

Predators rookie winger Egor Afanasyev joins the podcast (17:00) to discuss his hockey life, moving from Russia to Detroit as a teenager and take a wide variety of your fan questions! Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap three straight Preds wins to start the five game road trip, Alex Carrier translates for Jeremy Lauzon, and we get your ready for a five game homestand starting next week in Smashville.

The First Ice Tiger: TSU Hockey's Xavier Abel on the POP

February 17, 2024 17:57 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MB

Xavier Abel, the first enrolled hockey player on Tennessee State University's new HBCU hockey team, joins the Preds Official Podcast (12:20). Interview topics include his hockey journey, why he wanted to be the first player at TSU, and why you shouldn't judge him off his EliteProspects page. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap a 1-2 homestand and Captains' Night at Bridgestone Arena! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/P...

Captain Kimmo: Longtime Preds D Kimmo Timonen on the POP!

February 09, 2024 20:12 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Longtime Nashville Predators defenseman and 2006-07 team captain Kimmo Timonen joins the podcast (10:30) to preview Captain's Night at Bridgestone Arena this Tuesday as the Preds host the Devils. Timonen, Tom Fitzgerald, Mike Fisher and Shea Weber will all return to Smashville as we honor former captains in the 25th Anniversary season! Interview topics with Timonen include being named Preds captain by his teammates in 2006, what it meant to be the first European captain in franchise history...

Fil & J-Biebs: Filip Forsberg Takes All-Star Weekend!

February 02, 2024 23:55 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Nashville Predators All-Star Filip Forsberg joins the POP from Toronto (7:35) to discuss his selection to Team Bieber/Matthews and the official announcement that NHL players are headed back to the Olympics in 2026! Max Herz & Kara Hammer get you ready for the 2024 NHL All-Star weekend and more. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHea...

Team One: David Legwand & The Inaugural Preds on the POP

January 26, 2024 18:03 - 1 hour - 55.3 MB

The Predators welcomed back members of the 1998-99 inaugural team in franchise history this week as part of our 25th anniversary season! Franchise cornerstone David Legwand made his NHL debut in the final game of that season, and he joined the podcast (16:30) to talk about the early Preds, his NHL debut in April 1999, iconic moments in franchise history and to answer your fan questions. Hear from inaugural Preds Andrew Brunette, Jay More, JJ Daigneault, Dan Keczmer, Cliff Ronning and Denny ...

Down On The Farm: Milwaukee Admirals Head Coach Karl Taylor on the POP

January 19, 2024 22:29 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

Milwaukee Admirals Head Coach Karl Taylor joins the Preds Official Podcast (8:25) to discuss the five first round picks in Milwaukee this season, the team's great season so far and Cody Hodgson's comeback. Original Preds defenseman Jay More also joins the show (30:30) to preview inaugural team night this Monday, Jan. 22 at Bridgestone Arena as the Preds host the Panthers! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcas...

Scream & Scout: Preds Chief Amateur Scout Tom Nolan on the POP

January 12, 2024 20:30 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

Nashville Predators Chief Amateur Scout Tom Nolan joins the Preds Official Podcast during the team's scouting meetings (15:00). Topics include what this week's goals are, how he became an NHL scout and his brief but interesting playing tenure with the Austin Ice Bats in the WPHL. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the last week of Preds hockey and look ahead to a road-heavy rest of the month. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePreda...

Kiefer Sure Would: Preds Winger Kiefer Sherwood on the POP

January 05, 2024 22:11 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Nashville Predators winger Kiefer Sherwood joins the podcast (16:50) to discuss why Nashville has been such a perfect place for the past two years of his career, his amateur hockey journey across three Ohioan stops and his athletic family, including his younger brother & former Pred Kole Sherwood. Plus Kara Hammer and Max Herz recap a fun week of Preds hockey, Filip Forsberg's All-Star nomination, and 90s Night at Bridgestone Arena! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions an...

New Years Preds-olutions & World Juniors: Jeff Kealty, Preds Assistant GM, Joins the POP from Gothenburg

December 30, 2023 01:24 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MB

Predators Assistant General Manager & Director of Scouting Jeff Kealty joins the POP (16:10) from the World Junior Championship in Sweden! He discusses the two Predators prospects playing in the tournament - Canada's Matthew Wood & Finland's Kasper Kulonummi - Tanner Molendyk's injury that prevented him from playing in the tournament and more. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap two losses sandwiching Christmas, including Roman Josi's incredible goalie-style save against the Stars. Plus, Andrew B...

Merry Christmas POP! With Preds Defenseman Luke Schenn

December 22, 2023 23:06 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

Nashville Predators defenseman Luke Schenn joins the Preds Official Podcast (16:10).   Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap three Preds wins this week including the Fathers Trip! Plus, Michael McCarron gives us a feel good Christmas story and Luke Evangelista unearths an old nickname of his. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Sp...

Going Back With The Yak: Yakov Trenin on the POP

December 14, 2023 23:10 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

Preds winger Yakov Trenin joins the podcast (14:45) to discuss his hockey journey from Chelyabinsk, Russia to the NHL, his game-winning goal in the final minute against the Avs last month, his signature celebrations, and more!   Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap two big Preds wins over Montreal and Philly, let you know how you can help those affected by the tornadoes in Tennessee last weekend with the Predators Foundation, and our interviews of the week. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in ...

The BoroCop & Backhanded Compliments: Mark Borowiecki, Preds Pro Development Coach, on the POP

December 08, 2023 23:00 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MB

Recently-retired former Preds defenseman Mark Borowiecki joins the show (15:20) to discuss his new role with the team as professional player development coach. Borowiecki tells us what his role entails, why it's a good fit for him, and how he helps Preds players "find their superpower." Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap three straight Preds wins including a fun night for Ryan McDonagh against his former team in a 5-1 win over the Lightning at Bridgestone Arena. Plus, Cole Smith has trouble with...

A Streak & A Shrink: Vickie Woosley on the POP, Preds Director of Performance Psychology

December 02, 2023 00:08 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

Vickie Woosley, the Predators Director of Performance Psychology & Team Behavioral Health Clinician, joins the podcast (14:00) to discuss her role with the team, helping players like Mark Borowiecki & Connor Ingram, how psychologists help sports teams perform, her two decades in the FBI, and mental health advocacy. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Preds six game winning streak, including wins over the Blackhawks, Avs, Jets and Pens. Plus, we tell you our favorite pictures from the Predators...

A Poile Family Thanksgiving: Longtime Preds GM David Poile on the POP

November 17, 2023 21:33 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

Longtime Predators general manager David Poile joins the POP (9:20) before he's honored in Smashville this week. Interview topics include watching games as a fan in retirement with his family, the Tanner Jeannot trade, and retroactive trade advice from his eight-year-old grandson. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Preds losses to the Coyotes and Ducks, look ahead to the Women's Collegiate Hockey Showcase in Smashville, and get you set for Pickleball Night at Bridgestone Arena! In our interview ...

Marc New Guy-Zo: Preds Defenseman Marc Del Gaizo on the POP

November 10, 2023 21:13 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

Predators defenseman Marc Del Gaizo joins the POP (13:40) after making his NHL debut this week. Interview topics include his hockey playing family, working with Mark Borowiecki this offseason and how that led to his NHL debut, and his college hockey national championship at UMass. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' road trip, finishing with a 1-4 record, and look ahead to a five-game homestand and nine of the next 10 games at home in Smashville. Plus, Jeremy Lauzon signs an autogr...

Jaw Dropping & World Traveling: Preds Winger Sammy Fagemo & Oral Surgeon Dr. Spencer Haley on the POP

November 04, 2023 00:01 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

Nashville Predators winger Sammy Fagemo concludes his first month with the team by joining the Predators Official Podcast (24:00).  Nashville claimed Fagemo, a 23-year-old Swedish winger, off waivers from the Los Angeles Kings at the end of the preseason, and he scored a goal in his Preds debut on October 21 against the San Jose Sharks. Interview topics include Fagemo living in four different countries during his father Linus Fagemo's pro hockey career, having his mom Lenda & brother Willia...

The Sudbury Mafia & Shoresy: Preds Assistant Coach Derek MacKenzie

October 27, 2023 18:39 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MB

Predators assistant coach Derek MacKenzie joins the POP (13:20) as he concludes his first month on the Nashville coaching staff. MacKenzie discusses his longstanding relationship with fellow Sudbury, Ontario native Andrew Brunette, playing junior hockey with former Preds captain Mike Fisher on his hometown Sudbury Wolves, coaching the Wolves last season and being part of their 'Shoresy' night, his coaching role & philosophies and more! Kara Hammer and Max Herz recap the many highlights of t...

Horse Hockey & A Hockey Horse: Gus Nyquist on the POP

October 20, 2023 22:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MB

New Predators winger Gus Nyquist joins the podcast (17:30) to discuss the Kentucky Derby-winning horse named after him and answer your fan questions. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Mattias Ekholm's return to Smashville with the Oilers and the Preds' 4-1 win over the Rangers. We also highlight many of the upcoming Preds Foundation charity initiatives and events you can be a part of, and have some fun with celebrity Preds fan Mason Ramsey.

Backbone & Smiles: New Preds GM Barry Trotz on the POP

October 13, 2023 22:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the first two regular season games, including a 3-0 shutout win in the home opener against the Kraken.  New Predators general manager Barry Trotz joins the podcast as he begins his first season in management (12:15). Interview topics with Trotz include his return to Nashville after 10 years coaching other NHL teams, his expectations for his first season as GM, how Luke Evangelista & Phil Tomasino took the path he gave them to make the opening night roster, and G...

ROR on the POP! New Preds Forward Ryan O'Reilly

October 05, 2023 20:10 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB

Former Conn Smythe & Selke winner Ryan O'Reilly signed a four year deal with the Predators this summer, and he joins the POP during his first preseason with the team (10:10), discussing living with his brother Cal O'Reilly and his family during training camp, his love of music as he arrives in Smashville and playing with Filip Forsberg & Juuso Parssinen. Kara Hammer and Max Herz discuss the final week of preseason camp and the addition of winger Samuel Fagemo off waivers from the Kings. Pl...

The POP is Back! With New Head Coach Andrew Brunette

October 03, 2023 15:34 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

Kara Hammer and Max Herz host the Predators Official Podcast for the 2023-24 season! New Predators Head Coach Andrew Brunette joins the show (16:07) to discuss the Predators' new system, leading the franchise for which he scored the first ever goal 25 years ago and how he spurned his future wife at a public skate in Sudbury when they were 13 years old. Plus, Kara & Max examine the Predators' training camp roster and tell you their favorite new food items at Bridgestone Arena this season. ...

A Conversation with Kiefer Sherwood

May 06, 2023 15:13 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Kiefer Sherwood. Kiefer played 32 games for the Nashville Predators in the 2022-23 season. He tallied 7 goals and 6 assists. He's now back in Milwaukee competing in the Calder Cup playoffs for the Admirals. He discusses what this season has been like for him beginning with the Preds overseas, then with the team the first month of the season, back to Milwaukee for awhile before rejoining the Predators for the stretch run starting in late February...

Voice of the Milwaukee Admirals Aaron Sims

April 21, 2023 22:00 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with play by play man Aaron Sims of the Milwaukee Admirals. Aaron talks about the Admirals getting ready for the Calder Cup playoffs. He shares his thoughts on Predators prospects Joakim Kemell and Yaroslav Askarov. Aaron talks about his dealings with head coach Karl Taylor and how the players relate to him. Darren and Kara also discuss the end of the Predators regular season and what lies ahead with these young guys moving forward and the veteran p...

Matt Duchene and his Finger

April 14, 2023 20:02 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Matt Duchene. He discusses getting hit by a puck on his ring finger on the left hand during a game on March 26 against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Matt said leading up to that play it was his third hand injury that week and at times couldn't even hold his stick. Matt talks about how he personally dealt with the trading deadline and the moves that were made. Darren and Kara also discuss the last game of the season being the last ever game for David...

Egor Afanasyev & The Final Road Trip

April 07, 2023 19:37 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Egor Afanasyev on his way to the airport as the Predators depart for their final road trip of the regular season - a trip to Winnipeg and Calgary that could determine whether this Preds team gets in the playoffs or not. Egor talks about who he sits with on the team plane and what his first 15 NHL games have been like. Darren and Kara also discuss the shutout victory over Carolina, the Preds now being one point out of a Wild Card position and how...

Catching Up With Preds Honorary Lineup Reader Caleb Miele

March 31, 2023 18:44 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer chat with Brentwood native and Preds fan Caleb Miele, who celebrated his 17th birthday by reading the Predators starting lineup in the locker room before their game against Boston. Next, Clarksville native and sculptor Scott Wise joins the podcast to talk about his latest project creating Pekka Rinne's bronze statue.

Phil Tomasino Checks In

March 17, 2023 23:45 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with current Predators player Phil Tomasino. He talks about what these 15 games have been like since he joined the team from Milwaukee. Phil discusses what it was like being told out of camp that he didn't make the opening roster and was going back to the AHL. He tells if he watches the NCAA basketball tournament and if he filled out a bracket. Darren and Kara answer some #AskPOP questions from Twitter and weigh in on their thoughts if this team can...

Luke Evangelista

March 10, 2023 19:34 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with current Predators player Luke Evangelista. He talks about his "welcome to the NHL moment" and what these first five games in the National Hockey League have been like. Including lighting the lamp not just once but twice in Vancouver and what that was like. Luke discusses what his family means to him and growing up waiting for this day to come. Darren and Kara answer some #AskPOP questions from Twitter and weigh in on their thoughts of everythin...

Trade Deadline with GM David Poile

March 02, 2023 23:46 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with current Predators General Manager David Poile.  David talks with them about the moves that have been made to the roster before the Friday March 3 NHL trade deadline. It has been awhile since he has been in "sell" mode but he explains why. He also talks about some of the new additions. Darren and Kara answer some #AskPOP questions from Twitter and weigh in on their thoughts of everything that has happened in the last five days. 

Steve Mayer on NHL Draft and Awards Coming to Smashville

February 24, 2023 19:46 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Steve Mayer of the NHL. He is the Chief Content Officer and oversees the Events and Entertainment department. Steve talks with Darren and Kara about the Awards Show coming to Nashville on June 26 and the Draft on June 28 & 29 and what to expect. He also weighs in on "Behind the Glass" and the Stadium Series that was played at Nissan Stadium almost a year ago between the Preds and the Lightning. Darren and Kara talk about the last 2 wins by the ...

A Sit Down with P.K. Subban in Smashville and Craig Smith before the Boston Game

February 17, 2023 22:40 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer sit down with P.K. Subban before the Arizona game where he was being recognized. P.K. talks about his time with the Preds and what it meant to him and his career. He discusses how his bond started with defenseman Mattias Ekholm as a pair on their run to the Stanley Cup Final. Darren also catches up with former Predators player Craig Smith who was in town with the Boston Bruins. Craig shares the big news that his wife is pregnant with their first child and he...

Cody Glass Checks In

February 11, 2023 16:36 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Preds Centerman Cody Glass. He tells the story how he got engaged to his longtime girlfriend during the break. Cody talks about what it's been like playing along side Forsberg and Duchene and what this season has been like for him. Darren and Kara discuss the game against Vegas coming out of the break and what the rest of the schedule looks like this month. Make sure to post a question every week on Twitter using the #askpop for a chance to win...

Longtime Hockey Writer Kevin Allen & Preds Reporter Emma Lingan at All-Star Weekend

February 04, 2023 18:05 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with longtime hockey writer Kevin Allen. Kevin has been covering the NHL for over 35 years and discusses All-Star Weekend, the health of the League and an article he wrote in USA Today on then Predators player Jordin Tootoo in his hometown of Nunavut. Darren and Kara also catch up with Preds Reporter Emma Lingan in Sunrise, Florida covering All-Star Weekend about what players around the League are saying about Nashville goaltender Juuse Saros.

Head Coach John Hynes at the Break

January 28, 2023 17:01 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Nashville Predators Head Coach John Hynes as the team heads into the All-Star break. He talks about beating Los Angeles, Winnipeg and New Jersey before the break and weighs in on an important team meeting after the loss in St. Louis. Hynes also discusses Alexandre Carrier defending one of his teammates and how it will now cost him some time. He even shares his thoughts on goaltender Yaroslav Askarov making his first NHL start. Darren and Kara a...

In-Game with Wayne D

January 21, 2023 21:10 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Nashville Predators In-Game Host Wayne D. He talks about how he ended up in Smashville getting Preds fans fired up at Bridgestone Arena. Wayne D shares some in game memories that will certainly have you laughing. He also talks about his time in Vegas as the first ever In-Game Host of the Golden Knights. Darren and Kara also discuss the current state of the Preds, the return of Michael McCarron to the team after completing the NHL Player Assista...

A Chat With PREDSident Sean Henry

January 13, 2023 16:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Nashville Predators President and CEO Sean Henry. He talks about that Friday morning November 25, 2022 when he learned Bridgestone Arena was flooding due to a water main break. Sean discusses having to cancel two regular season home games and moving other events around to different locations. Sean talks about the P.K. Subban trade in 2016 that brought him to Nashville. He also talks about a new area in the Arena that will have fans wanting to c...

Chris Mason, EJ Hradek and Emma Lingan All Weigh In

January 07, 2023 18:10 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MB

In the first episode of 2023, Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer get reaction from former Predators goaltender and now team television color commentator Chris Mason. He discusses Juuse Saros' franchise record 64 saves in a single game in Carolina.  Saros is just the second goaltender in NHL history to make at least 64 saves in a win. Darren and Kara also discuss the Predators division and the Western Conference as a whole with E.J. Hradek of NHL Network, as teams approach the midway point of ...

The VOP on the POP

December 30, 2022 23:26 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MB

In the final POP episode of 2022, Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer sit down Radio Play-by-Play Host Pete Weber. Among the many stories Pete has from his 23+ years with the Predators, he shares some current personal news that you will want to hear. Darren and Kara also catch up with Emma Lingan from Anaheim ahead of the Preds match-up with the Ducks. Emma shares a conversation she had with Preds defenseman Alex Carrier as he gets settled back in after his return from a stint on IR. 

Former Preds Head Coach Barry Trotz

December 17, 2022 17:30 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a great time talking with former Predators' head coach Barry Trotz. Barry spent 15 seasons behind the bench in Smashville. He talks about that first year in franchise history. How the 'Dads Trip' came about. What it meant to the Predators organization and the Nashville market when Paul Kariya chose them in free agency.   Coach also discusses his time in Washington and winning it all with the Capitals. He talks about what it was like coaching Alex Ovech...

Hal Gill aka Skillsy

December 09, 2022 23:32 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a lot of fun talking with former Predator player and now broadcaster Hal Gill. Skillsy discusses his 16 year playing career which included winning and losing in the Stanley Cup Final with the Pittsburgh Penguins. He chronicles his day with the Cup.  Hal weighs in on how the game has changed over the years and the current state of this Predators team.

Assistant General Manager Scott Nichol

December 03, 2022 17:14 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a great discussion with Scott Nichol who is the Predators Assistant General Manager and the GM of the Milwaukee Admirals. Scott talks about the young talent the Preds have in the pipeline and on the current roster. He also talks about beating Barry Trotz in a Game 7 of the finals when he was playing minor league hockey.   Darren and Kara also check in with Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan up in Long Island before the Islanders game and discuss the overt...

Bring the Passion - Terry Crisp

November 25, 2022 19:48 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a great discussion with Terry Crisp. He talks about winning two Stanley Cups as a player and winning the Cup as a head coach. He also talks about being the first ever head coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning franchise and his role with Team Canada in the 1992 Winter Olympics. Terry also talks about what Smashville and the Predators organization has meant to him and his family over the years. Darren and Kara also check with Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan u...

Scott Hamilton & Friends

November 18, 2022 16:57 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a great discussion with 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton. He covers a lot of ground in this interview from his childhood, his battle with cancer, his relationship with the Predators and putting together Scott Hamilton & Friends. Be prepared to laugh, while being motivated.   Darren and Kara also discuss the recent play of the Preds, including this winning streak at home. 

The Grim Reaper

November 12, 2022 16:46 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer chat with former Predators player and broadcaster and current NHL Network analyst Stu Grimson. He reveals to them his latest role in the longest running American animated series, The Simpsons. Darren and Kara also catch up with Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan in Colorado after Nashville's tough loss in Seattle and discuss  wrapping up their five-game road trip and coming home.

The Guy Behind The P.A. Microphone

November 04, 2022 23:05 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer find out how Paul McCann became the Public Address Announcer for the Nashville Predators in 2005. He takes them behind the curtain on all the goings-on that job entails. He'll leave you wanting to hear more stories. Darren and Kara also catch up with Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan in Vancouver and discuss Thursday night's win in Calgary and what's ahead on this long road trip. You'll also hear Emma talk with defenseman Jeremy Lauzon.

David Poile's 3,000 Regular Season Games

October 29, 2022 15:19 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

Darren McFarland sits down with Nashville Predators General Manager David Poile to discuss his 3,000 regular season games milestone, the relationship he had with his father Bud and his current relationship with son Brian. They also talk about the NHL Draft and Awards show coming to town in June 2023. Also, Darren and Kara Hammer talk about what Preds players Cody Glass and Cole Smith said on the Smashville Live radio show including the scary incident that took place behind the net in the Fl...

Chris Mason & Getting Back on Track

October 24, 2022 16:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MB

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer discuss David Poile's BIG NIGHT in Smashville celebrating 3,000 regular season games and becoming the first GM in NHL history to reach that milestone. They also weigh in on the Reverse Retro jersey. Also, Darren and Kara chat with former Preds goalie and now Broadcaster Chris Mason about the start to the season, back up goaltender Kevin Lankinen and Preds number one prospect Yaroslav Askarov. Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan sits down and chats with Nashvill...

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