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Predlines • June 21st, 2026

Aiden Fink continues to prove Predators right, doubters wrong

Many teams passed on Aiden Fink in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, but the Nashville Predators didn't, and now they're reaping the benefits.While scouts struggled to get past size, former Predators General Manager David Poile saw nothing but potential, and he was right. Hobey Baker Finalist and program record holder are just a couple of titles Fink has held since draft night, and after signing his entry-level contract in April, he's ready to continue proving doubters wrong.He joined the Predators in t...

Predlines • July 24th, 2026

Ryker Lee gearing up for another dominant season at Michigan State

The transition from junior to collegiate hockey is a big one, but Nashville Predators prospect Ryker Lee made that shift look easy."In the Big Ten, every game means so much, and they're so competitive, tight checking out a lot of space. So, you got to kind of find ways to create offense and help your team," Lee told local reporters at development camp, and from what he did at Michigan State last season, he certainly lived up to his words.The 19-year-old right winger played 35 games with the Spar...

Predlines • July 10th, 2026

Predators' prospect Jack Ivankovic carving path to NHL with Michigan Wolverines

Throughout the last decade, the NHL has seen some of its top stars take to the NCAA for their development, and Nashville Predators goalie prospect Jack Ivankovic is making the most of that path.After a strong season at University of Michigan, posting a .921-save percentage and 2.15-goals-against average, Ivankovic arrived at his second Predators development camp carrying more confidence than he did a year ago."I think [I'm] a way better person and goalie [than] last year...going to school and gr...

Predlines • July 9th, 2026

Tommy Bleyl embraces next chapter with Predators, heads off to Michigan State

Growing up in Upstate New York, hockey has always been a part of Tommy Bleyl's life, and after being drafted by the Nashville Predators in the first round, it's here to stay.The 6-foot, 174-pound defenseman was projected to be drafted 27th overall on average among the mainstream draft rankings. However, as pick 27 passed and the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft was nearing an end, something suddenly rang out.The trade horn sounded at pick No. 31, and it was announced that the Predators traded u...

Predlines • June 1st, 2026

Nashville Predators prospect Cameron Reid captains Kitchener Rangers to Memorial Cup win

Nashville Predators prospect Cameron Reid is a Memorial Cup champion.The 19-year-old defenseman guided the Kitchener Rangers to their third Memorial Cup victory in franchise history Sunday, May 31. Reid tallied two secondary assists in the title-clinching game against the Everett Silvertips. He finished the tournament with one goal and six points and a +9 rating.Reid spent the last three years with the Rangers, playing 173 regular season games and recording 133 points. He finished this season wi...

Predlines • July 3rd, 2026

A strong development camp giving Predators lot to look forward to in coming seasons

The Nashville Predators Development Camp has always been a gift for Middle Tennessee, but this year's may just be one of the most treasuring.After a near-miss on the postseason, the Predators are preparing for a comeback season, loading up the roster with young and experienced NHL players, while also prepping the system for its eventual welcome to the big league. Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager expressed excitement with the level of prospect development the team has seen...

Predlines • July 8th, 2026

Vukie Mpofu, Dawson Sprigings hired by Predators in assistant roles to MacFarland

It is getting crowded in the Nashville Predators front office, but that makes things all the better.Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager Chris MacFarland is constructing a promising roster ahead of the 2026-27 season. Behind the scenes, he's done even more, hiring some of the top names in hockey management to construct a front officer superteam.In his most recent hirings, MacFarland has brought in Vukie Mpofu to serve as Assistant General Manager and Dawson Sprigings as Assis...

Predlines • May 31st, 2026

Annunen, Finland win gold in 2026 Men's World Championship, Josi named MVP

Nashville Predators goalie Justus Annunen and Finland beat Switzerland in the gold medal game at the Ice Hockey World Championship Sunday.Annunen stopped all 22 shots in the 1-0 overtime win, helping Finland secure its fifth gold title in its tournament history. He averaged a .934-save percentage with 1.47 goals against average in eight games. It's his second gold finish in at the international level with his first from the 2017-18 U18 World Juniors.Roman Josi, the captain for Switzerland, was n...

Predlines • July 2nd, 2026

MacFarland hints at more offseason moves for Predators, reveals strategy for roster's future

If you thought things on the Nashville Predators were getting crazy, think again, because it could be getting even more crazier.Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager Chris MacFarland met with local media yesterday to discuss his offseason plans, answer questions on day one of free agency, and talk about prospect development. Throughout the press conference, he teased the idea that something big could be coming.MacFarland has been reconstructing the team ever since he was hired...

Predlines • July 1st, 2026

MacFarland reels in Bourque, Lyubushkin in steal of a deal for Predators

Nashville Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager Chris MacFarland announced Wednesday that he acquired forward Mavrik Bourque and defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin from the Dallas Stars in exchange for a 2027 2nd and Vegas' 2028 3rd.In his first months with the Predators organization, MacFarland has singlehandely flipped things around, prioritizes NHL-ready, young talent over veteran presence. With the addition of Bourque, a right-handed center, the team's forward core just keeps gett...

Predlines • June 25th, 2026

MacFarland looking to improve Predators center core, potential players at 10th overall to address it

Nashville Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager Chris MacFarland has his priorities straight heading into his first draft with the team.MacFarland held a pre-draft press conference with local reporters today and gave his piece of the pie on the team's direction going into the offseason. One point he brought up suggested that the Predators could be going after another center with their first pick in the draft. Sitting at 10th overall, they certainly won't get a franchise-alteri...

Predlines • June 4th, 2026

Chris MacFarland just told Predators fans what they've been waiting to hear

Chris MacFarland made his first appearance to the Nashville media Wednesday, June 4, and his responses sparked hope among many Nashville Predators fans.The newly hired President of Hockey Operations and General Manager of the Predators piqued the interest of reporters in a media conference alongside Predators Chairman and Majority Owner Bill Haslam, and CEO Sean Henry to discuss the vision for the team going forward.After missing the playoffs for the second-straight season, the Predators organiz...