Christmas came early for the Nashville Predators, as they took to the holiday break on a seven-game winning streak. It was a little sooner than expected as the NHL had to suspend all action due to the most recent outbreak of COVID-19. However, nothing was gift-wrapped for the Predators during that run. Five of those
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The Nashville Predators have re-signed longtime defenseman Mattias Ekholm to a four-year contract extension worth $25 million. Ekholm Puts Pen to Paper Early, Gets Big Pay Boost The extention runs through 2025-26 and will kick in next season. This season is the final one on his current contract, which he signed in 2015 and sees
In today’s NHL news and rumors rundown, the Nashville Predators have been told if they don’t get an extension done with Mattias Ekholm before the season, it will have to wait until the season is over to negotiate again. Meanwhile, Zack Kassian will get some tests done to see if he’s alright after hitting his
Early yesterday, the New York Islanders announced a slate of long-awaiting signings, officially solidifying their offense, an upgrade in the eyes of some. These deals were all but assured during this unusually short offseason, but the numbers were of some concern as the Islanders still need to fill the hole left by defenseman Nick Leddy
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there is talk the Toronto Maple Leafs are more likely to work out an extension for defenseman Morgan Rielly than they are to trade him. Meanwhile, Mattias Ekholm and the Nashville Predators have a mutual interest in getting an extension done. The Arizona Coyotes haven’t talked to Conor Garland at
Welcome to the inaugural Predators Weekly post here at The Hockey Writers. I will primarily be taking the reins on this, but look out for my colleagues to take one or two of these sometime soon, as well. The theme of this series is quite simple: I will be recapping what goes on over the week
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks are set to start talking contract with former defenseman Nikita Tryamkin. How likely is a return to the organization? There are also reports the Winnipeg Jets were trying to acquire Jamie Oleksiak at this year’s trade deadline. What happened? Robin Lehner has apologized for some of his
In this week’s Montreal Canadiens news and rumors rundown, we’ll break down trade rumors, Canadiens roster updates, and much more. Adding a Left-Handed Defender? In a recent mailbag article, Eric Engels of Sportsnet was asked if it was time for Montreal Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin to add a big name defenceman at the trade
Nathan Beaulieu’s pain may be the Winnipeg Jets’ gain at the Trade Deadline. Beaulieu Out for Season After Shoulder Surgery The Jets’ rugged defender had — unbeknownst to most —been playing this season with a torn labrum ( the labrum is cup-shaped rim of cartilage that lines and reinforces the ball-and-socket joint of the shoulder.)
The Philadelphia Flyers have put themselves into a dangerous position with their recent play. Holding a 13-9-3 record, they’re now on the outside looking in, in the MassMutual East Division. Going into the 2020-21 season, the Flyers making the playoffs seemed like a foregone conclusion. Now they stand fifth in their division, behind the Boston
The NHL Trade deadline on April 12th is fast approaching, and Montreal Canadiens’ general manager Marc Bergevin is feeling the pressure to act. After two losses to the Calgary Flames on the road, social media and Montreal’s mainstream media was abuzz with anger that the season is getting away from them. However, as of March
As it stands today, the Florida Panthers are one of the top teams in the NHL, but every team has its weaknesses, and they are not exempt from that. With their main needs being bottom-six forwards and bottom-four defensemen, here are some trade options the team should go for. Dante Fabbro With many reports coming
The Nashville Predators have had a disappointing start to the season to say the least, just one point ahead of the Detroit Red Wings in the Central Division and 26th in the league by points percentage. It’s still relatively early but the team is about 10 points out of the playoff hunt with less than
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Tyson Barrie remains hot for the Edmonton Oilers which will lead to questions both short-term and long-term. The Calgary Flames barely played Sam Bennett in Friday’s game. Does that mean more trade rumors are likely to surround the disgruntled forward? There’s more talk about Mattias Eklhom being traded, Sidney Crosby
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, is Taylor Hall frustrated with how things have been going with the Buffalo Sabres? Meanwhile, an Edmonton-based reporter takes a deep dive into contract talks (or the lack thereof) between the Edmonton Oilers and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. Could the Boston Bruins be looking at Mattias Eklholm and did Brian Burke just