Amid a season that can only be described as resurgent and defiant, the Nashville Predators are in the middle of a franchise-record 18-game point streak, catapulting themselves from squarely outside of the playoff picture as of early February to the number one wild-card spot in the Western Conference. This historic run is a testament to
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On Monday afternoon, the New Jersey Devils announced they had relieved head coach Lindy Ruff of his duties, replacing him with Travis Green in the interim. This comes after the Devils lost two of three in what should have been an easy California road trip against the San Jose Sharks, Anaheim Ducks, and Los Angeles
Following a perfect road trip in which they won five straight games and outscored opponents 22-10, the Nashville Predators have launched themselves back into playoff contention for the first time since January. However, their toughest challenge may still be yet to come. The Predators will now return home to play five straight games at Bridgestone
In 2014, the Nashville Predators missed the playoffs for a second consecutive year, sparking changes to shake up the team. Head coach Barry Trotz was let go in favor of Peter Laviolette, and general manager David Poile landed forward James Neal in a blockbuster trade. Almost ten years later, Trotz is back in Nashville, and
The Nashville Predators news and rumor mill were lit on fire this week due to a coaching hire, trade talk, and the Preds gaining a new ECHL affiliate. Andrew Brunette’s hiring is old news; however, his recent press conference alongside general manager (GM) Barry Trotz revealed some interesting information. Juuse Saros, arguably the Predators’ best
Should the Maple Leafs be interested in J.T. Miller? Luke Fox of Sportsnet: It’s been reported that the Vancouver Canucks are listening to offers on J.T. Miller. He has a year left at $5.25 million. The Canucks are looking to get back young talent. The Toronto Maple Leafs should be aggressive and take a run
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Florida Panthers are busy interviewing potential coaches while a Jack Adam’s finalist awaits his fate. Why did the Philadelphia Flyers ultimately go with John Tortorella as head coach? Are the Nashville Predators and Filip Forsberg any closer to a deal, and could Evander Kane drop his grievance against the
The Florida Panthers ended their season in heartbreaking fashion. Despite finishing on top of the NHL with the Presidents’ Trophy and 122 points, they were swept by their cross-state rivals, the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. This was largely due to head coach Andrew Brunette’s inability to adapt to the playoffs. Granted
Andrew Brunette still waiting Luke Fox of Sportsnet: Florida Panthers interim coach Andrew Brunette was a Jack Adams Finalist and was loved by his players according to Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov. Yet, Brunette still hasn’t received an endorsement from GM Bill Zito and his future is still in limbo. Is Zito looking at some of
The Florida Panthers have had arguably their best season since the ‘Year of the Rat’ in 1996. With a record of 58-18-6, 122 points, a Presidents’ Trophy, and their first playoff series win since June 1996, Florida has reinserted itself as a powerhouse in the NHL. But a lot of that success has been thanks
Keys to the offseason for the Florida Panthers Kristen Shilton and Greg Wyshynski of ESPN: Looking at the keys to the offseason for the Florida Panthers. Projected 2022-23 cap space: $3,566,666 2022 draft picks: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 6th (TOR), 7th Andrew Brunette still carries the interim head coaching tag – does he lose it? Will the
The Wild will need to move salary to extend Fiala Adam Gretz of NBC Sports: Minnesota Wild forward Kevin Fiala is a pending RFA making just over $5 million this season and he’ll be looking for a raise. He’s over a point-a-game this season. The Wild have 17 players under contract for next season and
Sabres waiting on Levi Sportsnet: Jeff Marek said that Buffalo Sabres are waiting on NCAA goaltending prospect Devon Levi who had a 1.54 GAA, .952 save percentage and a 21-20-1 record. “The Buffalo Sabres (are) also awaiting word on Devon Levi, whether he’ll turn pro or go back to Northeastern.” A third of coaches are
The Florida Panthers lead the Atlantic Division with a record of 35-11-5 with 75 points. That also makes for second best in the NHL. However, since the beginning of the season, the Panthers have had issues with winning on the road. Until the month of February, their record in away games was 9-6-5. In their
Sabres coaching vacancy John Shannon: Todd Richards won’t be interviewing with the Buffalo Sabres for their head coaching position. John Shannon: Keep hearing the front runners for the Sabres coaching position are Jacques Martin and Dave Tippett. Brunette being connected to the Panthers Andy Strickland: Have been hearing Andrew Brunette‘s name being connected to the