Prospects Poised for Impact
The Nashville Predators' 2024 draft class is shaping up to be a cornerstone for the franchise's next chapter, with five players slated to join the AHL roster for the 2026‑27 season.
Hiroki Gojsic, selected 94th overall, arrives after a standout junior career in the WHL, where his offensive output and defensive reliability caught the eye of the Predators' scouting staff. His upcoming AHL debut is eagerly anticipated as the team looks to inject depth into its forward lines.
Kalan Lind, the 46th overall pick, spent his rookie year bouncing between the AHL and ECHL, compiling 24 points while also racking up 91 penalty minutes that highlighted his physical brand of play. The dual‑league experience should give him a versatile toolkit for the Predators' system.
Miguel Marques, drafted 87th, brings a unique blend of college experience and WHL productivity, having logged 138 points in 165 WHL games and contributed key playoff performances. His transition to the professional ranks is viewed as a potential spark for the team's secondary scoring.
Defenseman Tanner Molendyk, a 24th overall selection in 2023, already made a splash in the AHL with 23 points in 60 games and earned the Ed Chynoweth Cup as a top WHL blueliner. His defensive acumen and offensive contributions could solidify the Predators' back end.
Finally, late‑round pick Austin Roest, chosen 175th, has posted 196 WHL points and captured the Scotty Munro Memorial Trophy as a champion with the Everett Silvertips. His 196 points (89 goals, 107 assists) in 289 games signal a player who can develop into a reliable depth forward.