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    Dec. 18, 1996

    Dec. 18, 1996

    The $160 million Nashville Arena (now known as Bridgestone Arena) opens with Amy Grant's Tennessee Christmas.

    June 25, 1997

    June 25, 1997

    The NHL Board of Governors grants a conditional franchise to Leipold Hockey Holdings, LLC.

    July 1, 1997

    July 1, 1997

    Jack Diller is named the first president of the Nashville Predators

    July 9, 1997

    July 9, 1997

    David Poile is named the first general manager in franchise history.

    Aug. 6, 1997

    Aug. 6, 1997

    Barry Trotz is named Nashville's first head coach and Paul Gardner is named assistant coach.

    Sept. 25, 1997

    Sept. 25, 1997

    Craig Leipold and Jack Diller unveil the saber-toothed tiger logo at the downtown First American building (now known as the Regions Center), the site of a discovery of saber-toothed tiger remains in August 1971.

    Sept. 27, 1997

    Sept. 27, 1997

    The Ice Breaker Bash kicks off season ticket sales at Bridgestone Arena and attracts more than 12,000 hockey fans for three hours of hockey demonstrations, displays and interactive games.

    Nov. 13, 1997

    Nov. 13, 1997

    Craig Leipold and Jack Diller unveil "Predators" as Nashville's team name (as selected by fans) at the Wildhorse Saloon in front of inaugural season-ticket holders and fans.

    May 4, 1998

    May 4, 1998

    The National Hockey League officially announces the Nashville Predators as the 27th franchise in League history.

    June 19, 1998

    June 19, 1998

    Brent Peterson is named an assistant coach.

    June 26, 1998

    June 26, 1998

    The Predators select 26 players in the NHL Expansion Draft.

    June 27, 1998

    June 27, 1998

    The Nashville Predators become the 27th NHL team to participate in the NHL Entry Draft. The Predators select David Legwand with the second overall pick.

    July 6, 1998

    July 6, 1998

    Nashville signs free agent Tom Fitzgerald and names him the first captain in franchise history.

    Oct. 10, 1998

    Oct. 10, 1998

    The Nashville Predators host the franchise's first NHL game versus the Florida Panthers. In front of a sellout crowd of 17,298, Ray Whitney scores the only goal of the 1-0 game and the Panthers' Kirk McLean earns the shutout.

    Oct. 13, 1998

    Oct. 13, 1998

    The Nashville Predators defeat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2, netting the first victory in franchise history. Andrew Brunette - now Nashville's head coach - notches the first goal in franchise history at 5:12 in the first period.

    Jan. 24, 1999

    Jan. 24, 1999

    Sergei Krivokrasov becomes the first Preds player to appear in an NHL All-Star Game. He participates on the World All-Stars team at Tampa Bay's Ice Palace.

    Feb. 1, 1999

    Feb. 1, 1999

    The Predators open their practice facility at Centennial Sportsplex.

    April 17, 1999

    April 17, 1999

    The Nashville Predators close out their inaugural season with a 4-3 loss to the New Jersey Devils. The Predators draw a total of 664,000 (16,202, 94 percent capacity) and amass a 28-47-7 record.

    Oct. 6-7, 2000

    Oct. 6-7, 2000

    The Predators open the 2000-01 season with a two-game series against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Saitama Super Arena outside of Tokyo, Japan. Both games end with a score of 3-1, with the Predators winning the first and the Penguins taking the second. The two games draw the two largest crowds ever to witness hockey games in Japan (13,849 for the first game, 13,426 for the second).

    March 23, 2001

    March 23, 2001

    General Manager David Poile is one of three recipients of the 2001 Lester Patrick Award, an honor presented annually "for outstanding service to hockey in the United States."

    Nov. 21, 2001

    Nov. 21, 2001

    The Predators unveil their first alternate jersey. The gold sweater features an animated saber-toothed tiger logo on the crest and a pair of tiger skulls on the shoulders, and is worn through the 2006-07 season.

    Oct. 8, 2002

    Oct. 8, 2002

    Greg Johnson is named the second captain in team history. Scott Walker also wears the "C" on an interim basis (January 12-27) for Nashville in 2002-03.

    June 21-22, 2003

    June 21-22, 2003

    The Nashville Predators host the 2003 NHL Entry Draft at Bridgestone Arena, and make 13 picks overall, including eight of the first 98 players selected in what has become known as the top-producing draft in NHL history. More than 13,000 fans attend the two-day event, which has an estimated economic impact of nearly $10 million on Middle Tennessee.

    Oct. 9, 2003

    Oct. 9, 2003

    Jordin Tootoo makes his debut with Nashville, becoming the first player of Inuit descent to play in the NHL.

    Nov. 21, 2003

    Nov. 21, 2003

    Scott Hartnell scores the 1,000th goal in Predators franchise history in OT against Anaheim.

    Feb. 8, 2004

    Feb. 8, 2004

    For the first time since the team's inaugural season, Nashville sends players to the NHL All-Star Game. Kimmo Timonen (who was named to the game in 1999, but did not participate due to injury) and Tomas Vokoun both play for the Western Conference at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota.

    April 3, 2004

    April 3, 2004

    On the penultimate day of the 2003-04 regular season, a loss by the Edmonton Oilers clinches the Predators' first-ever berth in the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.

    April 7, 2004

    April 7, 2004

    The Predators head to Detroit to take on the top-seeded Red Wings in the franchise's first playoff game. Despite a goal off the stick of Adam Hall only 16 seconds into the game, Detroit claims a 3-1 win.

    April 11, 2004

    April 11, 2004

    In the first home playoff game in team history, the Predators earn their first playoff victory, a 3-1 decision over Detroit.

    Aug. 5, 2005

    Aug. 5, 2005

    The Predators announce the signing of free-agent forward Paul Kariya, the initial First-Team NHL All-Star to sign with Nashville.

    Oct. 8, 2005

    Oct. 8, 2005

    In their second game of the 2005-06 season, the Predators win their first shootout, a 3-2 victory over Anaheim. Paul Kariya scores the game-deciding shootout goal against his former team.

    March 18, 2006

    March 18, 2006

    Nashville defeats Calgary 9-4 at Bridgestone Arena for its 40th win of the 2005-06 season, the first 40-win season in franchise history. The Predators end the season with a record of 49-25-8 and lead the NHL with 32 home wins.

    April 18, 2006

    April 18, 2006

    Paul Kariya nets a hat trick as part of a four-point game in Nashville's 6-3 win over Detroit in the team's 2005-06 regular-season finale. Kariya finishes the season with 31 goals and 85 points, the latter being a franchise record. Steve Sullivan also nets 31 goals, and he and Kariya become the first Predators to score 30 or more goals in a season.

    Jan. 24, 2007

    Jan. 24, 2007

    Kimmo Timonen, who served as the Predators' fourth captain in team history during the season, represents Nashville in the 55th NHL All-Star Game in Dallas, while Head Coach Barry Trotz serves as an assistant coach for the Western Conference.

    Feb. 15, 2007

    Feb. 15, 2007

    The Predators acquire Hall-of-Fame center Peter Forsberg from the Philadelphia Flyers for the 2007 stretch run.

    April 5, 2007

    April 5, 2007

    With a 4-1 win over the St. Louis Blues, Nashville hits the 50-win mark for the first time in franchise history. The club ends the 2006-07 regular season with a record of 51-23-8 for a then-franchise-record 110 points.

    May 22, 2007

    May 22, 2007

    The Sporting News announces its 2006-07 awards and Predators GM David Poile is named NHL Executive of the Year and Head Coach Barry Trotz is named Coach of the Year. Both honors are determined by a vote of their peers.

    July 19, 2007

    July 19, 2007

    The "Our Team Nashville" rally is held to show support for keeping the Predators in Nashville.

    Sept. 12, 2007

    Sept. 12, 2007

    Jason Arnott is named the fifth captain in franchise history.

    Dec. 1, 2007

    Dec. 1, 2007

    David Legwand notches three points (1g-2a) in the third period of a 5-4 shootout win at Montreal. His first point (a goal) is the 302nd of his NHL career, moving him past Kimmo Timonen into sole possession of first place on the franchise's all-time scoring list.

    Dec. 7, 2007

    Dec. 7, 2007

    Predators Holdings LLC., completes its purchase of the Nashville Predators and Powers Management (the company that operates Bridgestone Arena) for $193 million from Craig Leipold and takes control over the day-to-day operation of the Predators and Bridgestone Arena. The new ownership group introduces Ed Lang as the organization's President of Business Operations and David Poile as President of Hockey Operations/General Manager days later.

    Jan. 27, 2008

    Jan. 27, 2008

    Captain Jason Arnott represents Nashville in the 56th NHL All-Star Game in Atlanta, and becomes the fourth Predator to represent the club in the mid-season classic.

    Jan. 25, 2009

    Jan. 25, 2009

    Defenseman Shea Weber becomes the first Predators draft pick to represent the club in an All-Star Game.

    June 18, 2009

    June 18, 2009

    Steve Sullivan becomes Nashville's first NHL award recipient, winning the Bill Masterton Trophy, given to the player who "best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey." Sullivan returns on Jan. 10, 2009, from a 23-month absence due to injury.

    Feb. 23, 2010

    Feb. 23, 2010

    The Predators and Bridgestone Americas, Inc. announce a multi-year naming rights and marketing partnership for the team's venue, naming it Bridgestone Arena.

    Feb. 28, 2010

    Feb. 28, 2010

    Nashville defensemen Shea Weber (Canada) and Ryan Suter (United States) clash in the Gold Medal Game of the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. Weber's Canadian squad claims gold with a 3-2 overtime victory, with Suter earning silver while logging a game-high 31:31 of ice time. Weber is named to the Olympic All-Tournament Team.

    April 16, 2010

    April 16, 2010

    Led by two tallies from J-P Dumont, the Preds score four-straight, third-period goals to claim a 4-1 victory over Chicago in Game 1 of the teams' Western Conference Quarterfinal Series. It is the first road playoff win in franchise history.

    March 1, 2010

    March 1, 2010

    The Predators ownership group announces a change in the leadership of its board of directors, as Tom Cigarran became the club's new chairman.

    April 28, 2010

    April 28, 2010

    Predators Head Coach Barry Trotz is named a finalist for the Jack Adams Award, given annually to the NHL's top coach. It is the second time in franchise history someone from the organization is nominated for an NHL Award. One week later, General Manager David Poile is revealed as one of three finalists for the inaugural GM of the Year Award.

    Aug. 10, 2010

    Aug. 10, 2010

    Predators appoint senior management team with the addition of Jeff Cogen as CEO and Sean Henry as President and COO.

    May 1-2, 2010

    May 1-2, 2010

    Nashville receives more than 13 inches of rain over a two day-period destroying the Predators locker room. The city is declared a Federal Disaster Area and damages cost the city nearly $2 billion. The Predators begin renovations shortly after to prepare for the start of the 2010-11 season.

    July 8, 2010

    July 8, 2010

    Shea Weber is named the sixth captain in franchise history.

    Jan. 30, 2011

    Jan. 30, 2011

    Captain Shea Weber participates in his second-straight All-Star Game, forming a pairing with future Hall-of-Famer Nicklas Lidstrom to post a +6 rating while racking up four assists, becoming just the second defenseman in All-Star Game history to amass four helpers.

    Feb. 10, 2011

    Feb. 10, 2011

    The Predators acquire center Mike Fisher from the Ottawa Senators for two draft picks. Fisher posts eight points in the club's final seven regular-season contests to help secure a playoff berth, then leads the team with six points in six games during their first playoff series victory in franchise history.

    Feb. 26, 2011

    Feb. 26, 2011

    Brentwood, Tennessee, native and Predators' 2006 second-round pick Blake Geoffrion makes his NHL debut, becoming the first Tennessee native, and first fourth-generation NHLer to appear in the League. He scores his first goal two games later at Edmonton, and becomes the youngest player in franchise history to notch a hat trick in his 11th career game on March 20 at Buffalo.

    April 20, 2011

    April 20, 2011

    General Manager David Poile is the first of four in the organization to earn a nomination for the 2011 NHL Awards, becoming the finalist for the GM of the Year Award in each of its first two years of existence. Two days later, Pekka Rinne is nominated for the Vezina Trophy, followed by Shea Weber being named a finalist for the Norris Trophy three days later. Head Coach Barry Trotz caps the parade to Las Vegas with his second-straight Jack Adams nomination four days later, giving Nashville the second-most nominees at the Awards show.

    April 22, 2011

    April 22, 2011

    Nashville's "spring of firsts" begins as Jerred Smithson scores at 1:57 of extra time to lift the Predators to a 4-3 victory at the Honda Center in Anaheim. It is the Predators' first playoff overtime victory, first Game 5 victory and first time winning three games in a playoff year. Two nights later in Game 6, the Predators top the Ducks 4-2 at Bridgestone Arena to win their first playoff series in franchise history.

    April 30, 2011

    April 30, 2011

    Predators rookie forward Matt Halischuk ends Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals at 14:51 of double overtime, putting a shot over Vancouver goaltender Roberto Luongo's glove for a 2-1 win at Rogers Arena. The win ties the series at one game apiece.

    May 3, 2011

    May 3, 2011

    The Nashville Predators play their first game in the month of May before a sellout crowd of 17,113 at Bridgestone Arena.

    July 13, 2011

    July 13, 2011

    The Preds unveil their new home jersey for the upcoming 2011-12 season. The new jerseys feature a prominent gold color scheme, a redesign of the Pred Head logo and a new guitar pick shoulder patch.

    Nov. 3, 2011

    Nov. 3, 2011

    On his 29th birthday, goaltender Pekka Rinne signs a seven-year, $49 million contract, then proceeds to shut out the Phoenix Coyotes that night, stopping 35 shots in a 3-0 victory.

    Nov. 12, 2011

    Nov. 12, 2011

    The franchise plays its 1,000th regular-season game against the Montreal Canadiens. David Poile becomes the first general manager in NHL history to record 1,000 games with two separate franchises (Washington from 1982-97) while Barry Trotz becomes just the fourth coach to spend 1,000 games behind the bench of a single franchise.

    Dec. 15, 2011

    Dec. 15, 2011

    The Nashville Predators/Bridgestone Arena and Bridgestone Americas, Inc. announce a five-year extension of the naming rights for Bridgestone Arena, keeping the Bridgestone brand name on Nashville's downtown arena through 2019.

    Jan. 29, 2012

    Jan. 29, 2012

    The defensive duo of Shea Weber and Ryan Suter represent the Predators at the 2012 All-Star Game.

    March 22, 2012

    March 22, 2012

    The Predators announce the results of a study which found the team and Bridgestone Arena generate an annual economic impact of approximately $410 million and support more than 2,350 jobs annually.

    March 30, 2012

    March 30, 2012

    Nashville records the 500th regular-season victory in club history with a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena. The Predators hit the milestone in 1,062 games, the fewest in the post-1990 expansion era. David Poile becomes the first GM to guide two separate clubs to 500 wins, and Barry Trotz becomes just the fifth bench boss to post 500 wins with a single team.

    April 20, 2012

    April 20, 2012

    With a 2-1 victory at Bridgestone Arena, the Predators eliminate the Detroit Red Wings in five games in their Western Conference Quarterfinal Series. Not only is it the shortest series victory in franchise record (at the time), but marks the first postseason win over the team long looked to as the king of the Central Division. It also made the Predators the only team in the Western Conference to advance to the second round in both 2011 and 2012.

    June 20, 2012

    June 20, 2012

    For the second consecutive season, four members of the organization are finalists at the NHL Awards in Las Vegas. Mike Fisher becomes the second award winner in franchise history, earning the NHL Foundation Award, which recognizes an NHL player who "applies the core values of hockey - commitment, perseverance and teamwork - to enrich the lives of people in his community." Both Pekka Rinne (Vezina) and Shea Weber (Norris) are finalists for awards given to the top players at their respective positions for the second-straight year, while David Poile is nominated for the GM of the Year Award for the third-straight campaign.

    April 23, 2013

    April 23, 2013

    The Nashville Predators announce the formation of the Nashville Predators Alumni Association.

    Jan. 9, 2014

    Jan. 9, 2014

    Bridgestone Arena officially opens the SoBro entrance at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Demonbreun, one of several stages of renovations done to continually improve patrons' experiences in the building. The SoBro entrance is home to Tavern '96 (now known as Pete & Terry's Tavern), Bridgestone Arena's first outside-accessible restaurant featuring indoor and outdoor seating, food and more than 60 beer options.

    March 1, 2014

    March 1, 2014

    Spearheaded by the generosity of Predators Captain Shea Weber and goaltender Pekka Rinne, the Predators Foundation announces the rebranding of the Nashville Predators Pediatric Cancer Fund at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt to the 365 Pediatric Cancer Fund. As part of the 365 Fund, Weber and Rinne purchase two suites at Bridgestone Arena to host patients and families from the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital.

    April 10, 2014

    April 10, 2014

    The Nashville Predators and Scott Hamilton announce the formation of the Scott Hamilton Skating Academy at Ford Ice Center. The Olympic Gold Medalist serves as active principal in the academy, helping develop the curriculum for learn-to-skate and figure skating programs.

    May 6, 2014

    May 6, 2014

    Peter Laviolette, a Stanley Cup winner with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2006, is named the franchise's second head coach. Kevin McCarthy also joins the organization as an assistant coach.

    May 21, 2014

    May 21, 2014

    Phil Housley, the all-time leading scorer among U.S.-born NHL defensemen and Hockey Hall of Famer, is named an assistant coach.

    Sept. 12, 2014

    Sept. 12, 2014

    Ten months after the Nashville Predators and Metro Nashville Government broke ground on the new recreation center and ice rink development at Global Mall at the Crossings in Antioch, Tennessee, Ford Ice Center officially opens for business. Ford Ice Center, named in partnership with Mid-South Ford Dealers, is a component of a public-private partnership between the Nashville Predators and Metro to help continue the growth of hockey and all forms of recreational ice skating in Middle Tennessee.

    Oct. 17, 2014

    Oct. 17, 2014

    In a press conference at Bridgestone Arena that included National Hockey League Commissioner Gary Bettman, Nashville Mayor Karl Dean, Predators CEO Jeff Cogen and Bridgestone Americas President and CEO Gary Garfield, the NHL announces the Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena will host the 2016 NHL All-Star Game on Jan. 30 and 31, 2016.

    Nov. 17, 2014

    Nov. 17, 2014

    Former Nashville Predators forward Peter Forsberg is inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. The Swede was acquired by the Predators before the 2006-07 playoff run and played 22 games with the Preds.

    Dec. 16, 2014

    Dec. 16, 2014

    Predators General Manager David Poile wins his 1,171st game as an NHL general manager in Nashville's 3-2 shootout win over Boston, moving him past Harry Sinden and into second place in all-time victories by a general manager, trailing only Glen Sather.

    Jan. 24-25, 2015

    Jan. 24-25, 2015

    After securing the best record in the NHL at the midpoint of the season on Jan. 10, the Nashville Predators coaching staff - led by Head Coach Peter Laviolette - represent the club at the 2015 All-Star Weekend. They are joined by Shea Weber, making his fourth consecutive All-Star Weekend appearance, and rookie Filip Forsberg. Pekka Rinne is also named, but does not participate due to injury. Weber wins the Hardest Shot Competition with a 108.5 mph blast, while Forsberg becomes the first Pred to score in an All-Star Game, tallying twice for Team Toews.

    Feb. 21, 2015

    Feb. 21, 2015

    Bridgestone Arena is named the 2014 Arena of the Year by Pollstar Magazine, an industry-leader in concert industry and sports and entertainment news. This marks the first time that Bridgestone Arena has taken home the top venue honor after being nominated 11 times, including in each of the past eight years, and the first time a building not in California or New York has won the award since its inception in 1989.

    April 24, 2015

    April 24, 2015

    For the third time in five seasons, goaltender Pekka Rinne is named a finalist for the Vezina Trophy after tying for second in the NHL in wins (41), ranking third in goals-against average (2.18) and seventh in save percentage (.923). Twelve days later, Head Coach Peter Laviolette is named a finalist for the Jack Adams Award for the second time in his career after leading the club back to the playoffs in his first season behind the team's bench.

    Oct. 13, 2015

    Oct. 13, 2015

    Bridgestone Arena is named the Venue of the Year by the International Entertainment Buyers Association (IEBA) during the annual Honors and Awards Ceremony.

    Jan. 6, 2016

    Jan. 6, 2016

    In the blockbuster trade of the 2015-16 season, the Predators acquire their long-coveted No. 1 center in All-Star, 30-goal, 70-point man Ryan Johansen. To get Johansen, the Predators send promising young defenseman Seth Jones to the Columbus Blue Jackets.

    Jan. 28-31, 2016

    Jan. 28-31, 2016

    The city of Nashville and the Predators host what is widely regarded as the most successful All-Star Weekend in League history. In addition to an outdoor concert series, the red carpet is attended by tens of thousands and picture-perfect weather, the game is played as a 3-on-3 tournament for the first time ever. The economic impact on the city is estimated at more than $25 million.

    April 29, 2016

    April 29, 2016

    After staving off elimination with a 3-1 victory over Anaheim in Game 6 of their First Round series two nights earlier, the Predators participate in - and win - their first Game 7 in franchise history, topping the Pacific Division-winning Ducks, 2-1, at the Honda Center to advance to the Second Round for the third time in franchise history.

    May 5, 2016

    May 5, 2016

    In Game 3 of their Second Round series, the Predators and San Jose Sharks play the longest game in franchise history, with Nashville prevailing on a Mike Fisher goal 11:12 into triple overtime.

    May 10, 2016

    May 10, 2016

    Facing elimination on home ice for the second consecutive series in Game 6 of their Round Two series with San Jose, the Preds receive a goal from rookie Viktor Arvidsson at 2:03 of overtime to again force Game 7, the longest playoff run in franchise history at that time.

    June 22, 2016

    June 22, 2016

    Then-captain Shea Weber wins the 2016 Mark Messier Leadership Award at the NHL Awards, becoming the third player in franchise history to win an NHL Award. Weber is personally selected by Messier for the award.

    June 29, 2016

    June 29, 2016

    In the biggest transaction in franchise history and one of the largest one-for-one player trades in NHL history, the Predators acquire Norris Trophy-winning defenseman P.K. Subban from the Montreal Canadiens for captain Shea Weber.

    Sept. 8, 2016

    Sept. 8, 2016

    Forward Mike Fisher is named the seventh captain in franchise history after being a full-time alternate captain for the four previous seasons.

    Sept. 2016

    Sept. 2016

    In an ongoing effort to give fans, players and performers the best possible facilities and atmosphere, Bridgestone Arena completes another renovation of more than $6 million, which includes new seats and a concrete finish in the Upper and Lower Bowls, eco-conscious restrooms and new concession stands. The renovation total is nearly $60 million in the six-year span.

    Jan. 3, 2017

    Jan. 3, 2017

    Predators defenseman P.K. Subban is named captain of the Central Division All-Star team for the 2017 NHL All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, Jan. 28-29, the first Predators player to be named captain of an NHL All-Star Team.

    Jan. 25, 2017

    Jan. 25, 2017

    The Nashville Predators and Allstate Foundations announce a major investment in AMEND, the four-year-old violence prevention program of YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee. The NHL team makes a commitment of $500,000 over a five-year period to support the initiative.

    March 2, 2017

    March 2, 2017

    The Predators announce the development of a new ice rink at One Bellevue Place. This is the second location the Preds have created to grow the sport of hockey throughout Middle Tennessee, the first being Ford Ice Center in Antioch. The Predators are now involved in three of Nashville's biggest recreational operations in Ford Ice Center, Centennial Sportsplex and Bellevue.

    April 4, 2017

    April 4, 2017

    The Predators wrap up the home portion of their regular-season schedule by setting several attendance records. The team plays to 100.2 percent capacity during the 2016-17 regular season, sets the single-season franchise attendance record with 703,555 fans, with a franchise-best 41 games being recorded as sellouts for the first time in franchise history.

    April 20, 2017

    April 20, 2017

    The Preds beat the Chicago Blackhawks, 4-1, in Game 4 to complete their first-ever series sweep, upset the No. 1 seeded Hawks and advance to Round Two for the third time ever.

    May 3, 2017

    May 3, 2017

    The Nashville Predators Foundation's philanthropic pursuits reach new heights with the largest grant allocation in the organization's history with 129 grants totaling $500,103 distributed to area charities.

    May 7, 2017

    May 7, 2017

    The Nashville Predators beat the St. Louis Blues in Game 6 of the Second Round to advance - for the first time in franchise history - to the Western Conference Final.

    May 18, 2017

    May 18, 2017

    The Preds take to the ice in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final against the Anaheim Ducks in front of 17,423 fans, setting the franchise record for single-game hockey attendance at Bridgestone Arena.

    May 22, 2017

    May 22, 2017

    A hat trick from Colton Sissons helps the Predators beat the Anaheim Ducks, 6-3, in Game 6 of the Western Conference Final to advance - for the first time in franchise history - to the Stanley Cup Final. Nashville becomes the third team seeded lowest in its conference to reach the Cup Final (since 1994).

    June 4, 2017

    June 4, 2017

    As Bridgestone Arena hosts its very first Stanley Cup Final game, the Preds earn the franchise's first Cup Final win, after a decisive 5-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins.

    June 6, 2017

    June 6, 2017

    The Predators even the Stanley Cup Finals at two games apiece, after defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-1 in Game Four.

    June 15, 2017

    June 15, 2017

    The Nashville Convention and Visitors Corporation estimates the overall economic impact from a record 11 home playoff games for the Preds exceeds $50 million, including $8 million for each game of the Stanley Cup Final. Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final is on the same weekend as CMA Fest, whose events pool more than 100,000 people downtown and an estimated $2.7 million for Nashville in sales tax.

    June 20, 2017

    June 20, 2017

    Adidas and the NHL reveal brand new Adizero jerseys for the 2017-18 season. Nashville's upgraded jersey features their primary Gold more prominently as the white piping has been removed and the white stripes on the arms now separate the navy and Gold. The navy paneling and accents formerly seen near the shoulders have moved to the collar on the 2017-18 version.

    June 21, 2017

    June 21, 2017

    Predators General Manager David Poile is named the 2017 NHL General Manager of the Year at the 2017 NHL Awards at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, winning the award for the first time in his fourth nomination for the honor since its inception in 2010, the most of any GM.

    June 26, 2017

    June 26, 2017

    Former Nashville Predators forward Paul Kariya is selected into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Kariya is the all-time, single-season points leader for the Preds and played in Nashville for two seasons.

    July 1, 2017

    July 1, 2017

    Nashville signs forwards Nick Bonino, Scott Hartnell and P.C. Labrie and goaltenders Matt O'Connor and Anders Lindback. They also acquire a fourth-round selection in the 2019 NHL Draft from Colorado for forward Colin Wilson. The Preds acquire defenseman Alexei Emelin from Vegas for a third-round selection in the 2019 NHL Draft.

    July 21, 2017

    July 21, 2017

    Nashville hires Dan Muse as an assistant coach and names Kevin McCarthy associate head coach.

    July 22, 2017

    July 22, 2017

    The Predators re-sign forward Viktor Arvidsson to a seven-year, $29.75 million contract.

    July 28, 2017

    July 28, 2017

    The Predators re-sign center Ryan Johansen to an eight-year, $64 million contract.

    Aug. 3, 2017

    Aug. 3, 2017

    Captain Mike Fisher announces his retirement after almost seven seasons with the Predators. Fisher served as captain for the 2016-17 season and led the Preds to the franchise's first playoff series victory in 2011.

    Sept. 19, 2017

    Sept. 19, 2017

    Roman Josi is named the eighth captain in franchise history. Additionally, defenseman Ryan Ellis is announced as associate captain, and Mattias Ekholm, Ryan Johansen and Filip Forsberg as assistant captains. Nick Bonino, P.K. Subban and Pekka Rinne complete the leadership team for the 2017-18 season.

    Oct. 10, 2017

    Oct. 10, 2017

    In front of a soldout crowd at Bridgestone Arena, former Preds Captain Mike Fisher and current Captain Roman Josi help raise the first banner in franchise history.

    Oct. 17, 2017

    Oct. 17, 2017

    During their 2017 Industry Awards, International Entertainment Buyers Association (IEBA) names Bridgestone Arena their Arena of the Year.

    Oct. 23, 2017

    Oct. 23, 2017

    ESPN names the Nashville Predators their No. 1 franchise in professional sports across all categories, including value, fan experience and online content.

    Nov. 20, 2017

    Nov. 20, 2017

    Mattias Ekholm scores in his fourth-straight game, setting a Preds record for most consecutive games with a goal by a defenseman.

    Nov. 24, 2017

    Nov. 24, 2017

    Pekka Rinne records his 45th career shutout in a 2-0 win at St. Louis, passing Miikka Kiprusoff for the most all-time shutouts among Finnish-born goaltenders.

    Dec. 13, 2017

    Dec. 13, 2017

    Bridgestone Americas Inc. extends naming rights with Bridgestone Arena through 2025.

    Dec. 14, 2017

    Dec. 14, 2017

    Juuse Saros sets a franchise record for most saves in a shutout with 46 against the Edmonton Oilers.

    Jan. 9, 2018

    Jan. 9, 2018

    Bridgestone Arena, home of the NHL's Nashville Predators, ranks fourth in the United States and 12th in the world for concert ticket sales, according to Pollstar's Year-End Ticket Sales report released in January.

    Jan. 28, 2018

    Jan. 28, 2018

    Peter Laviolette, P.K. Subban and Pekka Rinne represent the Predators at the 2018 NHL All-Star Game in Tampa, Florida.

    Jan. 31, 2018

    Jan. 31, 2018

    Mike Fisher announces his intention to return to the Nashville Predators as a player at a press conference at Bridgestone Arena. He scores in his season debut on March 2 in Vancouver.

    Feb. 9, 2018

    Feb. 9, 2018

    Bridgestone Arena is named Arena of the Year by Pollstar Magazine for the second time in building history.

    Feb. 22, 2018

    Feb. 22, 2018

    Pekka Rinne records his 300th career victory, becoming the 34th goalie in NHL history to reach the mark.

    Feb. 26, 2018

    Feb. 26, 2018

    The Predators acquire Ryan Hartman and a fifth-round pick in the 2018 NHL Draft from Chicago in exchange for Victor Ejdsell and a first-round and fourth-round pick in the 2018 NHL Draft.

    Feb. 27, 2018

    Feb. 27, 2018

    Roman Josi ties the franchise record for assists (5) and points (5) in a single game in Nashville's 6-5 victory over Winnipeg, a game in which Ryan Hartman scores the game-winning goal in his Predators' debut.

    March 1, 2018

    March 1, 2018

    Predators General Manager David Poile becomes the winningest GM in NHL history with his 1,320th victory.

    March 8, 2018

    March 8, 2018

    Nashville's top line combines for six points as the Predators defeat the Anaheim Ducks by a 4-2 final at Bridgestone Arena. The victory extends Nashville's franchise-record win streak to 10 games and gives them a three-game sweep in their season series with their California rival.

    March 19, 2018

    March 19, 2018

    With a 4-0 victory in Buffalo, Nashville extends its franchise-record point streak to 15 games (14-0-1), road winning streak to nine games and road point streak to 15 games (12-0-3).

    March 23, 2018

    March 23, 2018

    For the first time in franchise history, the Nashville Predators sell out of season tickets. In an effort to meet the continued demand, the organization creates Smashville Select, an opportunity for fans to reserve their spot on the Season Tickets Waitlist.

    March 29, 2018

    March 29, 2018

    Nashville hosts its 100th consecutive sellout, a century mark of regular-season and playoff contests that have seen at least 17,113 patrons in the building for every game over the past two calendar years.

    April 5, 2018

    April 5, 2018

    Nashville clinches its first-ever Presidents' Trophy, Central Division title and No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.

    April 22, 2018

    April 22, 2018

    The Preds win 5-0 in Denver to eliminate the Colorado Avalanche in six games and become one of three teams to reach the second round for three-straight seasons.

    May 2, 2018

    May 2, 2018

    The Nashville Predators Foundation hands out 149 grants totaling $607,639.32 to Nashville and Middle Tennessee community service and charitable organizations - the largest one-time donation in the Foundation's history, surpassing last year's previous high of $515,000 by nearly $100,000.

    May 8, 2018

    May 8, 2018

    Nashville wins their second-straight game at Bell MTS Place, a 4-0 victory in Game 6, to force the first Game 7 in the history of Bridgestone Arena.

    May 22, 2018

    May 22, 2018

    Predators General Manager David Poile announces the promotions of Jeff Kealty to Assistant General Manager and Director of Scouting; Brian Poile to Assistant General Manager and Director of Hockey Operations; and Scott Nichol to General Manager of the Milwaukee Admirals and Director of Player Development.

    June 20, 2018

    June 20, 2018

    For the first time in his career, Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne wins the Vezina Trophy, which is awarded to the top goaltender of the regular season.

    June 20, 2018

    June 20, 2018

    The Predators defenseman is named the cover athlete for EA Sports' NHL 19, the top hockey video game in the world. It's the first time Subban has been named the cover athlete in his career, and it also marks the first time a member of the Predators has been on the game's cover.

    June 22-23, 2018

    June 22-23, 2018

    The Predators select four players in the 2018 NHL draft held at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The Preds traded their first pick of the day (No. 89) to Florida for a 2019 third-round pick, selected forward Jáchym Kondelík (No. 111), defenseman Spencer Stastney (No. 132), defenseman Vladislav Yeryomenko (No. 151) and goaltender Milan Kloucek (No. 213).

    July 1, 2018

    July 1, 2018

    The Nashville Predators announce a 10-year partnership with Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated, one of the largest deals in the team's history.

    July 1-25, 2018

    July 1-25, 2018

    The Predators sign veteran defenseman Dan Hamhuis, who played the first 483 games of his NHL career in Nashville, along with forwards Connor Brickley, Zac Rinaldo, Colin Blackwell, Rocco Grimaldi, Zach Magwood and defenseman Jarred Tinordi.

    July 24, 2018

    July 24, 2018

    The Predators invest $10 million toward installing new LED ribbons inside the arena bowl, adding a new audio system and completely revamping the in-house control room.

    July 30, 2018

    July 30, 2018

    The Predators re-sign goaltender Juuse Saros to a three-year deal, forward Miikka Salomaki to a two-year contract and winger Ryan Hartman to a one-year deal.

    Oct. 9, 2018

    Oct. 9, 2018

    At the 2018-19 season home opener, the Predators raise three new banners for the 2017-18 Presidents' Trophy, Central Division title and regular-season Western Conference title.

    Nov. 10, 2018

    Nov. 10, 2018

    To open the 2018-19 season, the Predators notch eight consecutive road wins, the third-longest streak in NHL history to start a season.

    Nov. 3, 2018

    Nov. 3, 2018

    On his 36th birthday, Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne signs a two-year contract extension worth $10 million and posts a 1-0 shutout over the Boston Bruins.

    Dec. 1, 2018

    Dec. 1, 2018

    Predators forward Eeli Tolvanen scores his first NHL goal and earns First Star of the Game in a 5-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.

    Dec. 12, 2018

    Dec. 12, 2018

    At the Nashville JW Marriott Hotel, just two blocks from his Bridgestone Arena office, Predators General Manager David Poile is inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame. This prestigious recognition continued a momentous year for Poile who, earlier in 2018, became the all-time winningest and longest-tenured general manager in NHL history.

    Dec. 31, 2018

    Dec. 31, 2018

    Predators players and coaches invite their mothers on the first-ever Mothers Trip to Washington, D.C. The Predators defeated the defending Stanley Cup Champion Capitals, 6-3, on New Year's Eve.

    Jan. 15, 2019

    Jan. 15, 2019

    Viktor Arvidsson becomes fifth Preds player to score a hat trick in the 2018-19 season and sets a franchise record for the most hat tricks by the team in a season.

    Jan. 19, 2019

    Jan. 19, 2019

    The Predators establish an all-time attendance record of 17,716 and record their 134th consecutive sellout.

    Jan. 21, 2019

    Jan. 21, 2019

    With a 4-1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche, Predators Head Coach Peter Laviolette becomes the second U.S.-born coach to win 600 games.

    Jan. 24-26, 2019

    Jan. 24-26, 2019

    Nashville Predators Captain Roman Josi and goaltender Pekka Rinne represent the team at the 2019 NHL All-Star Weekend in San Jose, California. It was Rinne's fourth career all-star game and Josi's second.

    Feb. 23, 2019

    Feb. 23, 2019

    The Predators establish an all-time attendance record of 17,760.

    Feb. 26 - March 1, 2019

    Feb. 26 - March 1, 2019

    Trade deadline acquisitions Wayne Simmons (Feb. 26 at St. Louis) and Mikael Granlund (March 1 at Winnipeg) make their first debuts, with Granlund picking up an assist in his first game.

    March 12, 2019

    March 12, 2019

    Filip Forsberg scores the third 6-on-3 goal in franchise history - the first of his two power-play goals - in Nashville's 3-2 loss at Anaheim.

    March 25, 2019

    March 25, 2019

    Rem Pitlick makes his NHL debut in his home state of Minnesota as the Preds defeat the Wild, 1-0, and clinch their fifth consecutive playoff berth.

    March 29, 2019

    March 29, 2019

    Craig Smith scores his 20th goal of the season, becoming the second player in Preds history (Filip Forsberg) to record five 20-goal campaigns.

    April 6, 2019

    April 6, 2019

    Nashville clinches its second consecutive Central Division title with help from Dante Fabbro, who scores his first career NHL goal in the team's 5-2 win over Chicago.

    April 17, 2019

    April 17, 2019

    Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne is tapped as the team's nominee for the 2019 King Clancy Memorial Trophy, an award recognizing "the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community."

    May 3, 2019

    May 3, 2019

    145 Middle Tennessee-based community service and charitable organizations receive grants from the Nashville Predators Foundation. The donation of $675,962 marks the 13th consecutive year of an increase in donations.

    May 7, 2019

    May 7, 2019

    Five members of the Predators skate for their respective countries at the 2019 IIHF World Championship. Preds Captain Roman Josi and Yannick Weber (Switzerland), forward Kyle Turris and defenseman Dante Fabbro (Canada) and defenseman Mattias Ekholm (Sweden).

    May 7, 2019

    May 7, 2019

    Powers Management, Metro Nashville and the Sports Authority propose a new lease that relieves taxpayers of financial responsibility for Bridgestone Arena. The Sports Authority executes a tenancy agreement with the team that ensures the Nashville Predators will remain at Bridgestone Arena for the next 30 years.

    May 20, 2019

    May 20, 2019

    The Academy of Country Music announces Bridgestone Arena, home of the NHL's Nashville Predators and annual Country Music Association Awards, as its Large Capacity Venue of the Year for 2018.

    June 4, 2019

    June 4, 2019

    Predators hire Dan Lambert as an assistant coach. Lambert led WHL's Spokane to the league's best power play in 2018-19. Later in the month, on June 18, the Predators add Rob Scuderi, Sebastien Bordeleau and Dave Rook to their hockey operations staff to assist in developing Preds prospects.

    June 19, 2019

    June 19, 2019

    Wayne Simmonds wins the Mark Messier Leadership Award for on-ice, off-ice involvement and continues Nashville's streak of success at NHL Awards.

    June 21 - June 22, 2019

    June 21 - June 22, 2019

    The Predators select eight players in the 2019 NHL draft held at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, B.C. The Preds select forwards Philip Tomasino (No. 24), Egor Afanasyev (No. 45), Alexander Campbell (No. 65), Isak Walther (No. 179) and Juuso Pärssinen (No. 210), defensemen Marc Del Gaizo (No. 109) and Semyon Chystyakov (No. 117) and goaltender Ethan Haider (No. 148).

    July 1, 2019

    July 1, 2019

    The Predators sign forward Matt Duchene to a seven-year, $56 million contract through the 2025-26 season.

    July 23, 2019

    July 23, 2019

    The Predators re-sign forward Colton Sissons to a seven-year, $20 million contract through the 2025-26 season.

    Sept. 29, 2019

    Sept. 29, 2019

    Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (Bridgestone) and the Nashville Predators jointly celebrate the beginning of a new hockey season by announcing an extension to their naming rights agreement for Bridgestone Arena through 2030.

    Oct. 3, 2019

    Oct. 3, 2019

    The Predators debut their new scoreboard, FangVision, which is nearly 300 percent larger and 450 percent higher resolution than its predecessor, at the start of the 2019-20 season.

    Oct. 12, 2019

    Oct. 12, 2019

    The Preds open their second twin-rink facility in the Middle Tennessee area, Ford Ice Center Bellevue.

    Nov. 2, 2019

    Nov. 2, 2019

    The Predators reveal their jerseys for the Winter Classic, a classic custom look that is unlike anything ever worn by the franchise. The jersey pays homage to the Dixie Flyers, Nashville's first professional ice hockey team, which played from 1962 to 1971.

    Jan. 1, 2020

    Jan. 1, 2020

    The Predators face the Dallas Stars in the 2020 NHL Winter Classic at the famous Cotton Bowl. Playing in front of a sold-out crowd of 85,630, the game is the second most-attended event in League history. The Preds would ultimately fall to the Stars 4-2, with Matt Duchene and Dante Fabbro scoring the team's two goals.

    Jan. 7, 2020

    Jan. 7, 2020

    Nashville Predators President of Hockey Operations/GM David Poile announces that the team has named John Hynes as the third head coach in franchise history.

    March 3, 2020

    March 3, 2020

    Nashville and Middle Tennessee are devastated by deadly tornadoes. In the following weeks, the Predators and Bridgestone Arena raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for relief and recovery efforts.

    March 12, 2020

    March 12, 2020

    The NHL pauses the 2019-20 season due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. All games are postponed indefinitely as the season is put on hold.

    Aug. 1, 2020

    Aug. 1, 2020

    NHL games resume with a jump straight into the postseason, which is held in two bubbles without fans present - Edmonton for Western Conference teams and Toronto for Eastern Conference teams. The Predators qualify for the 2020 Stanley Cup Qualifiers - a play-in round ahead of the Playoffs - and face the Arizona Coyotes.

    Sept. 21, 2020

    Sept. 21, 2020

    Predators Captain Roman Josi wins the James Norris Memorial Trophy. Josi becomes the first player in franchise history and the first Swiss player to receive the award.

    Oct. 7, 2020

    Oct. 7, 2020

    The Preds select three forwards, three defensemen and one goaltender during the 2020 NHL Draft, including Iaroslav Askarov. Askarov was the third goaltender ever selected by the Predators in the first round. The Omsk, Russia, native was also the No. 1-ranked international goaltender by NHL Central Scouting and the sixth Russian-born goaltender to be selected in the first round in League history.

    Nov. 16, 2020

    Nov. 16, 2020

    adidas and the NHL unveil the adidas Reverse Retro ADIZERO Authentic jersey for all 31 NHL teams to be worn throughout the 2020-21 season - marking the first time in League history that all 31 teams have participated in a League-wide alternate jersey program. The Predators Reverse Retro jersey revisits the team's inaugural season. The speed nicks in the numbers, striping pattern, silver touches and remastered crest all pay homage to the original Preds jersey, while the bold, GOLD body offers a new interpreation of the design.

    Jan. 26, 2021

    Jan. 26, 2021

    The Predators welcome a small group of fans back inside Bridgestone Arena for a game against the Chicago Blackhawks. It is the first time fans have been allowed inside the building in nearly a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Feb. 8, 2021

    Feb. 8, 2021

    The Predators debut their Reverse Retro jerseys at Bridgestone Arena in a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

    May 10, 2021

    May 10, 2021

    Goaltender Pekka Rinne records a 30-save shutout against the Carolina Hurricanes in what ultimately becomes his final game in net for the Predators. After the game Rinne takes a solo lap in front of a Smashville Standing O.

    June 14, 2021

    June 14, 2021

    Predators Goaltender Pekka Rinne wins the King Clancy Memorial Trophy, which is awarded to "the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community."

    June 28, 2021

    June 28, 2021

    The NHL announces Nashville will host the 2022 Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series at Bridgestone Arena, The game is scheduled for February 26, 2022 and will feature the Predators and the two-time defending Stanley Cup Champion Tampa Bay Lightning.

    July 1, 2021

    July 1, 2021

    The Predators trade longtime forward Viktor Arvidsson to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2021 NHL Draft and a third-round pick in the 2022 NHL Draft.

    July 13, 2021

    July 13, 2021

    Nashville Predators goaltender and franchise icon Pekka Rinne announces his retirement from the NHL after a decorated 15-year, 683-game career. Rinne spent the entirety of his NHL career in Nashville and broke numerous franchise goaltending records.

    July 17, 2021

    July 17, 2021

    The Predators trade longtime defenseman Ryan Ellis to the Philadelphia Flyers, acquiring Phillippe Myers and Nolan Patrick, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. The Predators then send Patrick to the Vegas Golden Knights for prospect Cody Glass, who was picked sixth overall in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft.

    July 21, 2021

    July 21, 2021

    Preds forward Calle Jarnkrok is selected to join the new Seattle Kraken team during the 2021 NHL Expansion Draft.

    July 23-24, 2021

    July 23-24, 2021

    The Predators acquire three forwards and three defensemen in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, including two first-round picks: forwards Fedor Svechkov and Zachary L'Heureux.

    Oct. 4, 2021

    Oct. 4, 2021

    The NHL unveils the 2021 Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series logo. The logo pays homage to Nashville and features a neon guitar neck and headstock, a guitar cord Nashville script, and the three stars of the Tennessee state flag.

    Oct. 11, 2021

    Oct. 11, 2021

    The Predators promote Scott Nichol to Assistant General Manager.

    Oct. 21, 2021

    Oct. 21, 2021

    Forward Philip Tomasino scores his first NHL goal against the New York Rangers at Bridgestone Arena.

    Oct. 24, 2021

    Oct. 24, 2021

    Goaltender Connor Ingram earns his first NHL win after a 5-2 final against the Minnesota Wild.

    Oct. 30, 2021

    Oct. 30, 2021

    Longtime Preds Broadcaster Terry Crisp announces that he will retire at the conclusion of the 2021-22 season. Crisp covered the Predators for 23 prior seasons, starting with the team's expansion season in 1998. Partnered with Pete Weber on Predators broadcasts, Crisp served as an in-game analyst for 16 seasons before moving to a studio role, working with Lyndsay Rowley on Predators LIVE pre- and postgame shows. Crisp was a member of Nashville's Emmy-winning broadcasts in 2003, 2008, and 2010.

    Nov. 26, 2021

    Nov. 26, 2021

    Roman Josi plays in his 700th NHL game. Josi is fourth player in Preds franchise history to hit the 700 games played mark. He trails only David Legwand (956), Shea Weber (763) and Martin Erat (723).

    Nov. 30, 2021

    Nov. 30, 2021

    Filip Forsberg notches his 400th point with the Nashville Predators after tallying four goals against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Forsberg joins David Legwand (210g-356a-566pts), Martin Erat (163g-318a-481pts), Roman Josi (124g-342a-466pts) and Shea Weber (166g-277a-443pts) as the only Preds players to reach the milestone.

    Nov. 30, 2021

    Nov. 30, 2021

    Mikael Granlund becomes the only player in franchise history to record two four-assist games, after earning the primary assist on all four of Filip Forsberg's goals against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The feat also marks the 12th time in NHL history that one player had the primary assist on each of a teammate's four or more goals in a game.

    Dec. 2, 2021

    Dec. 2, 2021

    The Predators unveil their jerseys for the 2022 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series, which feature a predominantly navy color scheme and a look inspired by letterpress music posters.

    Jan. 13, 2022

    Jan. 13, 2022

    Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros is named to the Central Division roster for the 2022 NHL All-Star Game in Las Vegas, which marks the first time Saros has been selected for an NHL All-Star Game roster. Saros becomes the third Preds goaltender to make the All-Star Game roster (Vokoun, Rinne).

    Jan. 22, 2022

    Jan. 22, 2022

    Preds Captain Roman Josi breaks the franchise record for assists as Nashville defeats the Winnipeg Jets 5-2. During the game, Josi reaches 358 assists, passing the record previously held by David Legwand (356).

    Jan. 27, 2022

    Jan. 27, 2022

    Filip Forsberg tallies his 200th career goal with the Nashville Predators after a two point (1g, 1a) night against the Edmonton Oilers, becoming just the second player in franchise history to reach that mark after David Legwand (210g-356a-566pts). Additionally, Forsberg (529 GP) outpaced Legwand (892 GP) to become the fastest Nashville player to reach the milestone.

    Feb. 5, 2022

    Feb. 5, 2022

    Nashville Predators Captain Roman Josi and goaltender Juuse Saros represent the team at the 2022 NHL All-Star Weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada. This marked Josi's fourth appearance in the All-Star Game and the first appearance for Saros.

    Feb. 24, 2022

    Feb. 24, 2022

    Pekka Rinne becomes the first player to have his number retired by the Nashville Predators. The ceremonies included speeches from David Poile, Roman Josi, Pete Weber, and Rinne himself, concluding with a reveal of the team's plans to place a bronze statue of the beloved netminder in the Bridgestone Arena plaza the following year.

    Feb. 26, 2022

    Feb. 26, 2022

    Nashville hosts its first ever NHL outdoor game, with the Predators taking on the Tampa Bay Lightning in Nissan Stadium before a crowd of 68,619 in the 2022 Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series. Preceded by Bridgestone Winter Park festivities and featuring intermission performances from country music icons Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley, the event was a spectacle intended as a tribute to the Music City. The Predators fell 3-2 in regulation to the Lightning, with Tanner Jeannot and Filip Forsberg scoring the two Nashville goals respectively.

    March 17, 2022

    March 17, 2022

    During a 5-4 road loss to the Philadelphia Flyers, Predators Captain Roman Josi eclipses Paul Kariya's single season assist record with his 55th helper on a Filip Forsberg goal. Kariya's 54 assists stood as a team record for 15 years after his outstanding 2005-06 season (31g-54a-85pts).

    March 19, 2022

    March 19, 2022

    With 211 goals as a Nashville Predator, Filip Forsberg sets a new franchise record for career goal scoring during a 6-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Swedish forward passed David Legwand (210g-356a-566p) to become the greatest goal scorer in Nashville's history. Forsberg accomplished the feat at just 27 years old and at a faster pace (546 GP) than Legwand (956 GP), who departed the Music City with the record in his age 33 season.

    March 21, 2022

    March 21, 2022

    In a 6-3 road victory over the Anaheim Ducks, Filip Forsberg breaks Viktor Arvidsson's franchise record for goals scored in a single season with his 35th tally of the 2021-22 campaign.

    April 17, 2022

    April 17, 2022

    The Nashville faithful celebrate Terry Crisp with a ceremony prior to a game against the St. Louis Blues. Crisp, a staple of the team's broadcasts since the franchise's inagural season in 1998, spoke of his appreciation for Nashville fans, his time in Tennessee and the many fond memoreis he had with the Predators. Crisp went on to join longtime broadcasting partner Pete Weber in the booth one last time during an 8-3 Nashville loss.

    April 19, 2022

    April 19, 2022

    Forward Matt Duchene, skating in his 900th career game, tallies his 40th goal of the season against the Calgary Flames and in doing so becomes the first skater in Preds history to reach the 40-goal mark in a single season. Duchene would ultimately set the record for goals in a single season with 43 during the 2021-22 campaign.

    April 24, 2022

    April 24, 2022

    Two games later, forward Filip Forsberg notches his 40th goal of the season against the Minnesota Wild and becomes the second skater in franchise history to reach the milestone behind teammate Matt Duchene.

    April 21, 2022

    April 21, 2022

    The NHL announces that the Nashville Predators will start the 2022-23 season overseas as part of the 2022 NHL Global Series in Bern, Switzerland - hometown of Predators Captain Roman Josi - and Prague Czech Republic. The trip will be the second time the Predators have opened a season abroad, with the first being a trip to Japan to begin the 2000-01 season.

    April 26, 2022

    April 26, 2022

    After earning a point in overtime against the Calgary Flames and a shootout loss by the Vegas Golden Knights in Dallas, the Nashville Predators clinch their eighth consecutive postseason berth. The postseason streak is tied for the second-longest active streak among all NHL clubs. The Preds would ultimately face the Colorado Avalanche in the first round and fall in four games. The Avs would earn 12 more postseason wins en route to becoming the 2022 Stanley Cup champions.

    May 9, 2022

    May 9, 2022

    Predators Captain Roman Josi is named a finalist for the 2022 James Norris Memorial Trophy, an honor awarded annually "to the defense player who demonstrates throughout the season the greatest all-round ability in the position." The nod is Josi's second-career nomination for the Norris - an award he won for the first time following the 2019-20 campaign - and follows an historic 96-point season from the Swiss blueliner.

    May 10, 2022

    May 10, 2022

    Preds goaltender Juuse Saros is named a finalist for the Vezina Trophy, an annual NHL award given "to the goalkeeper adjudged to be the best at this position" as voted by the general managers of all NHL clubs. The nomination is the first of Saros's career and follows a season in which the Finnish goaltender finished third in the NHL in wins with 38 - a career high and the fourth-most in a season in Predators history - and led NHL goaltenders in both minutes played (3,931:23) and starts (67). Saros recorded 38 of Nashville's 45 wins, the highest percentage (84.4%) among all NHL goaltenders.

    May 13, 2022

    May 13, 2022

    Preds Captain Roman Josi is nominated for the Ted Lindsay Award by the NHLPA, an award presented annually "to the most outstanding player in the NHL," as voted by fellow members of the NHLPA. The nomination alongside forwards Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid is the first of Josi's career.

    July 7, 2022

    July 7, 2022

    The Nashville Predators use their first pick of the 2022 NHL Draft to select forward Joakim Kemell 17th overall. Kemell, an 18-year-old Finnish winger, was ranked second among all European skaters by NHL Central Scouting.

    July 8, 2022

    July 8, 2022

    The Predators conclude the 2022 NHL Draft with six selections in Joakim Kemell (17th), Adam Ingram (82nd), Kasper Kulonummi (84th), Cole O'Hara (114th), Graham Sward (146th) and Ben Strinden (210th).

    July 11, 2022

    July 11, 2022

    The Nashville Predators and Filip Forsberg agree to terms on an eight-year, $68 million contract extension to keep Nashville's all-time leading goal-scorer in Nashville through the 2029-30 season.

    July 3, 2022

    July 3, 2022

    The Predators acquire veteran defenseman and two-time Stanley Cup champion Ryan McDonagh from the Tampa Bay Lightning through a trade for defenseman Philippe Myers and forward prospect Grant Mismash.

    July 14, 2022

    July 14, 2022

    The Predators pick up Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Kevin Lankinen from free agency, signing the Finnish netminder to a one-year contract.

    Aug. 18, 2022

    Aug. 18, 2022

    The National Hockey League announces that the 2023 NHL Awards and the 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ will both take place in Nashville at Bridgestone Arena in June. The events will mark the first time both have been held in the same city since 2006, when the awards and draft were both held in Vancouver.

    Sept. 22, 2022

    Sept. 22, 2022

    The Predators announce that franchise goaltender Pekka Rinne has rejoined the organization as a special alumni advisor following his retirement from the game in July 2021 and his jersey retirement in February 2022.

    Oct. 1, 2022

    Oct. 1, 2022

    After a full travel day, the Predators arrive in captain Roman Josi's hometown of Bern, Switzerland ahead of their preseason Global Series exhibition against Josi's former club SC Bern.

    Oct. 2, 2022

    Oct. 2, 2022

    Following a team practice, the Nashville Predators skate with young players from the Bern Kids Hockey Clinic

    Oct. 3, 2022

    Oct. 3, 2022

    The Predators conclude their preseason schedule with a 4-3 win over Roman Josi's former club SC Bern in which Nashville's captain tallied two goals and an assist. 

    Josi earns the first star of the game and is cheered on by a raucous hometown crowd of over 17,000.

    Oct. 7-8, 2022

    Oct. 7-8, 2022

    The Predators open their 2022-23 campaign and conclude their Global Series trip with two wins against the San Jose Sharks at O2 Arena in Prague, Czech Republic.

    Oct. 20, 2022

    Oct. 20, 2022

    adidas and the NHL unveil new Reverse Retro jerseys that will be worn by all 32 clubs during the 2022-23 season. The Predators jerseys are a nod to the famous 'Mustard Cat' third jersey debuted in 2001 and feature the retro animated Pred Head logo with a modern Gold color update.

    Oct. 22, 2022

    Oct. 22, 2022

    As the Predators host the Philadelphia Flyers, General Manager & President of Hockey Operations David Poile becomes the first GM in NHL history to reach 3,000 regular season games. Poile is presented with a gold hockey stick to mark the historic occasion.

    Oct. 27, 2022

    Oct. 27, 2022

    The Predators earn their 900th regular season win in franchise history after a dominant 6-2 final over the Central Division rival St, Louis Blues at Bridgestone Arena. Tanner Jeannot, Michael McCarron, Zach Sanford, Ryan Johansen, Roman Josi and Mikael Granlund scored and Juuse Saros made 33 saves in the effort.

    Nov. 3, 2022

    Nov. 3, 2022

    With a slick breakaway goal against the Calgary Flames, forward Filip Forsberg surpasses David Legwand to secure the franchise record for most career game-winning goals (42).

    Nov. 21, 2022

    Nov. 21, 2022

    With a 4-3 win over the Arizona Coyotes following a seven-round shootout, Preds General Manager & President of Hockey Operations David Poile earns his 1,500th regular season win as an NHL GM.

    Nov. 12, 2022

    Nov. 12, 2022

    Forward Juuso Parssinen makes his NHL debut at Bridgestone Arena as the Nashville Predators face the New York Rangers, scoring his first career goal on his first shot of the game.

    Dec. 13, 2022

    Dec. 13, 2022

    Predators Captain Roman Josi becomes the longest-playing Swiss-born player in the NHL after skating in his 787th career game as the Preds took on the Edmonton Oilers at home.

    Dec. 21, 2022

    Dec. 21, 2022

    Roman Josi breaks the franchise's all-time points record (567) with an assist and a game-winning goal against the Chicago Blackhawks.

    Dec. 31, 2022

    Dec. 31, 2022

    Filip Forsberg joins the 500-Point Club after tallying his second goal of the game during the Predators' contest against the Golden Knights. He rounded out the hat trick later in the night to give himself the eighth hatty of his career.

    Jan. 5, 2023

    Jan. 5, 2023

    After stopping 64 of the 67 shots he faced, Juuse Saros set a franchise record for most saves in a single game during the Predators' 5-3 win against the Carolina Hurricanes at PNC Arena.

    Jan. 12, 2023

    Jan. 12, 2023

    Netminder Yaroslav Askarov makes his NHL debut as the Nashville Predators take on the Montreal Canadiens.

    Feb. 2-3, 2023

    Feb. 2-3, 2023

    Juuse Saros represents the Nashville Predators at the 2023 NHL All-Star Weekend in Sunrise, Florida.

    Feb. 13, 2023

    Feb. 13, 2023

    SMASHVILLE welcomes back former Preds defenseman PK Subban to celebrate his accomplishments on and off the ice during the three seasons he spent with the team.

    Feb. 23, 2023

    Feb. 23, 2023

    Bridgestone Arena is named the 2023 Arena of the Year by Pollstar Magazine - the third time the venue has received the award.

    Feb. 26, 2023

    Feb. 26, 2023

    After 25 years at 501 Broadway, Predators General Manager David Poile announces his plans to retire from the sport at the conclusion of the 2023 NHL Draft in July. Nashville's first head coach Barry Trotz is announced as Poile's replacement.

    Feb. 26, 2023

    Feb. 26, 2023

    The Predators acquire five draft picks and defenseman Cal Foote from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for Tanner Jeannot.

    Feb. 28, 2023

    Feb. 28, 2023

    The Predators acquire Tyson Barrie and Reid Shaefer as well as two draft picks from the Oilers in exchange for Mattias Ekholm and a 2024 sixth-round draft pick.

    Feb. 28, 2023

    Feb. 28, 2023

    Rookie forward Luke Evangelista makes his NHL debut at Bridgestone Arena against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

    March 1, 2023

    March 1, 2023

    Nashville acquires a 2023 second-round draft pick from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Mikael Granlund.

    March 11, 2023

    March 11, 2023

    Rookie forward Egor Afanasyev makes his NHL debut at Crypto.com Arena against the Los Angeles Kings.

    March 12, 2023

    March 12, 2023

    Captain Roman Josi reaches 600 NHL points, becoming the second-fastest active defensemen to reach the milestone.

    March 21, 2023

    March 21, 2023

    The Predators bury a time capsule dedicated to Pekka Rinne at the site where a bronze statue of the franchise goaltender will be placed days later. The capsule, which will be reopened in March 2058, contains memorabilia, trinkets and letters from fans.

    March 25, 2023

    March 25, 2023

    The Predators unveil a life-sized bronze statue of Pekka Rinne at its permanent location on the Bridgestone Arena plaza. In attendance are Pekka's friends, family and former teammates - as well as several hundred fans.

    April 1, 2023

    April 1, 2023

    Rookie defenseman Spencer Stastney makes his NHL debut at Bridgestone Arena as the Preds take on the St. Louis Blues.

    April 6, 2023

    April 6, 2023

    Rookie defenseman Jake Livingstone makes his NHL debut as the Predators face the Carolina Hurricanes at Bridgestone Arena.

    April 7, 2022

    April 7, 2022

    Roman Josi passes Paul Kariya for a franchise single-season record 86 points in a 3-2 win over the Ottawa Senators. The Captain's record breaking night ended with an assist on all three Nashville goals in front of a raucous Bridgestone Arena crowd. Josi accomplished this feat at 31 years old, the same age as Kariya was back in his stellar 2005-06 season, but as a defender rather than a forward.

    April 10, 2023

    April 10, 2023

    Predators forward Cody Glass is nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, which is awarded annually to the National Hockey League player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey

    May 3, 2023

    May 3, 2023

    The Nashville Predators extend their AHL affiliation agreement with the Milwaukee Admirals.

    May 3, 2023

    May 3, 2023

    Veteran defenseman Mark Borowiecki announces his retirement from the NHL after skating in 458 games spanning 12 seasons.

    May 11, 2023

    May 11, 2023

    Goaltender Juuse Saros is nominated by his teammates for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the National Hockey League player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and who has made a significant humanitarian contribution to his community.

    May 31, 2023

    May 31, 2023

    The Nashville Predators hire Andrew Brunette as the fourth head coach in team history. Brunette played for Nashville during the team's inaugural season, notching the franchise's first goal. John Hynes and Dan Lambert are relieved of their coaching duties.

    June 6, 2023

    June 6, 2023

    The Predators enter into affiliation with the ECHL's Atlanta Gladiators.

    June 24, 2023

    June 24, 2023

    Longtime Predators center Ryan Johansen is traded to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for forward Alex Galchenyuk.

    June 26, 2023

    June 26, 2023

    Retired Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne is named a European Development Coach and Scout.

    June 26, 2023

    June 26, 2023

    The 2023 NHL Awards arrive at Bridgestone Arena. It is the first time the Awards have been held in Nashville.

    June 28-29, 2023

    June 28-29, 2023

    Bridgestone Arena plays host to the 2023 NHL Draft as the Predators make 11 selections: Matthew Wood, Tanner Molendyk, Felix Nilsson, Kalan Lind, Jesse Kiiskinen, Dylan MacKinnon, Joey Willis, Juha Jatkola, Sutter Muzzatti, Austin Roest and Aiden Fink.

    June 29, 2023

    June 29, 2023

    David Poile makes his final draft pick as general manager, after acquiring a seventh-round pick via trade from New Jersey Devils GM and former Predators captain Tom Fitzgerald. With his final pick, Poile selects Aiden Fink and receives a standing ovation in return.

    June 30, 2023

    June 30, 2023

    The Predators buy out the duration of forward Matt Duchene's contract, making him an unrestricted free agent when the market opens on July 1.

    July 1, 2023

    July 1, 2023

    As David Poile retires, Barry Trotz officially takes the reigns as the second general manager in franchise history.

    July 1, 2023

    July 1, 2023

    The Predators sign free agents Luke Schenn, Ryan O’Reilly, Gustav Nyquist, Denis Gurianov, Jasper Weatherby and Troy Grosenick.

    July 1, 2023

    July 1, 2023

    The Predators resign forward Cody Glass and defenseman Alexandre Carrier.

    July 2, 2023

    July 2, 2023

    Retired defenseman Mark Borowiecki returns to the Predators as a Pro Development Coach.

    July 12, 2023

    July 12, 2023

    The Predators hire Dionna Widder as Chief Revenue Officer for the team, Bridgestone Arena and Sabertooth Sports & Entertainment. Widder joins the organization after serving as Chief Revenue Officer for Houston Dynamo FC, Houston Dash and Shell Energy Stadium for four seasons, where she was responsible for revenue generation, business strategy and execution for all three entities.

    July 14, 2023

    July 14, 2023

    Michelle Kennedy is named the Predators' new president and alternate governor.

    July 15, 2023

    July 15, 2023

    F&M Bank Arena, a state-of-the-art multi-purpose event center, opens its doors in Clarksville, Tennessee. The facility will serve as the home for Austin Peay State University's men's and women's basketball programs, as well as a brand new single-sheet Ford Ice Center facility.

    Sept. 25, 2023

    Sept. 25, 2023

    The Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena announce Regions Bank as the official sponsor of the team and the venue. Regions also becomes the first jersey patch partner in franchise history and the presenter of the Predators historic 25th Anniversary season.

    Nov. 4, 2023

    Nov. 4, 2023

    Predators defensive prospect Marc Del Gaizo makes his NHL debut and records his first career assist in a 5-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers.

    Nov. 22, 2023

    Nov. 22, 2023

    The Predators honor retired General Manager David Poile during a special pregame ceremony. A banner bearing Poile's initials is raised to the Bridgestone Arena rafters alongside Pekka Rinne's retired jersey number.

    Nov. 24, 2023

    Nov. 24, 2023

    Predators rookie defenseman Spencer Stastney scores his first career NHL goal in an 8-3 win over the St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center.

    Nov. 28, 2023

    Nov. 28, 2023

    Longtime Predators Broadcaster Pete Weber calls his 2,000th NHL game, which features a thrilling overtime winner from Filip Forsberg in the first 14 seconds of extra time at Bridgestone Arena.

    Dec. 12, 2023

    Dec. 12, 2023

    Scoring a game-winning tally 18 seconds into overtime, Filip Forsberg surpasses David Legwand for sole possession of the franchise’s all-time overtime goals record (10).

    Dec. 21, 2023

    Dec. 21, 2023

    After a 4-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers at Wells Fargo Center, Juuse Saros earns his 162nd career win and becomes the second winningest goaltender in franchise history, behind Pekka Rinne (369). Additionally, Philip Tomasino records his first career two-goal game, Colton Sissons his 100th assist, Cole Smith his first career shorthanded goal and Tommy Novak his 100th career game.

    Dec. 27, 2023

    Dec. 27, 2023

    After being called up from the Milwaukee Admirals (AHL) to back up Juuse Saros, netminder Yaroslav Askarov enters Wednesday evening’s game and turns away six shots in his Bridgestone Arena debut.

    Dec. 30, 2023

    Dec. 30, 2023

    Making 27 saves and shutting down fellow countrymen Evgeny Kusnetsov and Alex Ovechkin in a shootout, Yaroslav Askarov earns his first career NHL win. For his efforts, Askarov is additionally named the game's First Star.

    Jan. 3, 2024

    Jan. 3, 2024

    To celebrate their 25th Anniversary season, the 2023-24 Predators roster recreates the iconic inaugural team photo from the hallowed stage of the Grand Ole Opry.

    Jan. 20, 2024

    Jan. 20, 2024

    Netting the 167th goal of his career, Josi passes Weber for the most goals by a defenseman and the third-most among all skaters in Predators history; Forsberg (261) and Legwand (210) hold the first- and second-most, respectively.

    Feb. 2, 2024

    Feb. 2, 2024

    Filip Forsberg represents the Predators at the NHL All-Star Weekend for the second time in his career and registers three goals and two assists en route to a 2024 NHL All-Star Game championship with Team Matthews.

    Feb. 24, 2024

    Feb. 24, 2024

    Earning his 567th career point (266g-301a) in 674 career games, Filip Forsberg passes David Legwand (566 points in 956 GP) to move into second place on the franchise’s all-time scoring list behind teammate Roman Josi (654 points in 885 GP).

    Feb. 25, 2024

    Feb. 25, 2024

    With a 4-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks, the Predators complete a perfect back-to-back set and a perfect five-game road trip. It is the first time in franchise history the Predators go undefeated during a road trip of at least five games.

    March 2, 2024

    March 2, 2024

    Predators forward Cody Glass records his first career NHL hat trick in a 5-1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche at Bridgestone Arena. The decision stretches Nashville's winning streak to eight games.

    March 13, 2024

    March 13, 2024

    Jeremy Lauzon records his 319th hit of the 2023-24 regular season and passes Tanner Jeannot for sole possession of the Predators single-season record.

    March 21, 2024

    March 21, 2024

    Kevin Lankinen records his first career shutout with the Predators as Nashville establishes a franchise record 16-game point streak in a 3-0 win over the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena.

    March 23, 2024

    March 23, 2024

    The Predators establish the longest point streak of the 2023-24 NHL campaign and grab their second straight shutout in a 1-0 win over the Detroit Red Wings at Bridgestone Arena.

    March 26, 2024

    March 26, 2024

    The Predators erase a three-goal deficit in the third period and Roman Josi scores in overtime to pull off a thrilling 5-4 win over the Vegas Golden Knights and stretch Nashville’s historic point streak to 18 games (16-0-2). Scoring in the third period, Forsberg reaches the 40-goal mark for the second time of his career and becomes the first player in Predators history to record multiple 40-goal campaigns and multiple 80-point campaigns.

    April 9, 2024

    April 9, 2024

    The Predators come from behind to force overtime against the Winnipeg Jets, earning the single point needed to clinch their spot in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the 16th postseason berth in the history of the franchise.

    April 12, 2024

    April 12, 2024

    Scoring his 44th goal of the season in the first period of Nashville's game against the Chicago Blackhawks, Filip Forsberg breaks the Predators' single-season goals record previously established by Matt Duchene (43) in 2021-22. In the same game, Forsberg would score two more goals to earn his 10th career hat trick and fuel the Predators to a 5-1 victory over their Central Division rival.

    April 15, 2024

    April 15, 2024

    Recording nine hits against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Nashville's final game of the 2023-24 regular season, Jeremy Lauzon reaches 383 on the campaign, enough to break the National Hockey League's single-season record.

    May 1, 2024

    May 1, 2024

    Predators Captain Roman Josi is named a finalist for the James Norris Memorial Trophy for the third time in his career. Josi led all NHL defensemen in goals (23), power-play goals (9), shots on goal (268) and shot attempts (602), placed second in even-strength points (51), tied for second in game-winning goals (5), third in points (85) and points per game played (1.04), tied for fourth in power-play points (33) and fifth in assists (62).

    May 3, 2024

    May 3, 2024

    After his first season behind the Predators bench, Head Coach Andrew Brunette is named a Jack Adams Award finalist. The nomination is the second of Brunette's career and follows a season that saw Brunette's Predators earn a 47-30-5 record, a franchise record 18-game point streak (16-0-2) and a spot in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

    July 1, 2024

    July 1, 2024

    Nashville Predators General Manager Barry Trotz announced the team has agreed to terms with goaltender Juuse Saros on an eight-year, $61.92 million contract ($7.74 million AAV) that will begin in the 2025-26 season.

    July 1, 2024

    July 1, 2024

    On the opening day of NHL Free Agency, General Manager Barry Trotz acquires two-time Stanley Cup champion Steven Stamkos, 2023 Stanley Cup and Conn Smythe Trophy winner Jonathan Marchessault, veteran defenseman Brady Skjei and goaltender Scott Wedgewood. Trotz additionally signs goaltender Juuse Saros to an eight-year, $61.92 million contract beginning in 2025-26, defenseman Alexandre Carrier to a three-year, $11.25 million extension and four more free agents to two-way deals.

    October 17, 2024

    October 17, 2024

    Preds defenseman Luke Schenn skated in his 1,000th NHL game and became the 395th player in NHL history to reach the milestone.

    October 22, 2024

    October 22, 2024

    Predators forward Zachary L’Heureux made his NHL debut and registered one shot and four hits in 9:59 of ice time.

    November 11, 2024

    November 11, 2024

    Former Predators Captain Shea Weber, as well as former Preds General Manager David Poile, were inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, the greatest individual honor one can receive in the game of hockey.

    November 17, 2024

    November 17, 2024

    Roman Josi recorded his 700th NHL point to further established himself into elite company when it comes to defensemen. Josi is the seventh European-born blueliner to reach the 700-point milestone. Josi is also the only Swiss-born player in NHL history with 700 points and the only player in team history to reach the mark.

    November 27, 2024

    November 27, 2024

    Predators defenseman Adam Wilsby made his NHL debut and registered one shot and one hit in 17:27 of ice time.

    January 14, 2025

    January 14, 2025

    Predators record 1,000 wins after 5-3 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. The organization is the second fastest to record this honor in just 2,020 games played. Win No. 1 was recorded on October 13th, 1998, in a 3-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes, which was the second game the inaugural team ever played.

    January 15, 2025

    January 15, 2025

    David Poile, Shea Weber and Pekka Rinne are inducted into the inaugural class of Predators Golden Hall, meant to recognize the greats of the organization. Polie as the winningest General Manager in NHL History, Weber as a Hall of Fame defenseman, and Rinne as one of the best goaltenders in the world.

    January 21, 2025

    January 21, 2025

    Predators defeat the San Jose Sharks after coming back from a four-goal deficit for the first time in franchise history with a 7-5 win. The Preds had six unanswered goals in the last 28 minutes of the game.

    February 3, 2025

    February 3, 2025

    Roman Josi skated in his 957th career game to pass David Legwand (956 GP) for the most in Predators franchise history.

    February 8, 2025

    February 8, 2025

    Three Predators players were selected to compete in the first rendition of the 4 Nations Face Off. Filip Forsberg and Gustav Nyquist competed for Sweden, Juuse Saros for Findland, and Head Athletic Trainer Kevin Morely assisted the USA.

    March 8, 2025

    March 8, 2025

    Steven Stamkos records his 14th career hat trick in an overtime victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. Stamkos recorded goal No. 576, passing Mike Bossy with goal No. 574 to take 23rd place on the NHL’s leading goal scorers list.

    April 6, 2025

    April 6, 2025

    Matthew Wood made his NHL debut exactly 648 days since his name was called by the Preds when they selected him 15th overall during the 2023 NHL Draft.

    April 8, 2025

    April 8, 2025

    Filip Forsberg secures his franchise-record fifth 30-goal season. He became the sixth Swedish player to reach the plateau in as many seasons, joining Mats Sundin (13), Markus Naslund (6), Kent Nilsson (5), William Nylander (5) and Tomas Sandstrom (5).

    May 9, 2025

    May 9, 2025

    Seven Stamkos is named one of the NHL’s greatest players of the last 25 years after being included in the League’s Quarter-Century Team.

    May 25, 2025

    May 25, 2025

    Predators defenseman Brady Skjei, forward Michael McCarron, Assistant General Manager/Director of Scouting Jeff Kealty, Video Coach Lawrence Feloney and Head Equipment Manager Pete Rogers all earned Gold for the USA at the IIHF Men’s World Championships for the first time in 92 years.

     

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