Predators lock in 2026 preseason slate
The Nashville Predators have released their 2026 preseason schedule, outlining a series of games against the Lightning and Hurricanes, along with rookie and training camp dates in September.
Jun 25, 2026
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Predators eye top defensemen ahead of 2026 NHL Draft
The 2026 NHL Draft will be held in Buffalo, where the Nashville Predators hold the 10th overall pick and are targeting high‑upside defensemen.
Jun 25, 2026
Avalanche Trade Drury, Tuch Signs with Capitals in Multi‑Year Deal
The Colorado Avalanche move Jack Drury to Nashville, continuing a pattern of acquiring high‑upside young talent, and Alex Tuch inks an eight‑year, $10.5 million‑per‑season agreement with the Washington Capitals.
Jun 25, 2026
NHL Front Office Activity Heats Up Ahead of Draft
The Colorado Avalanche move Jack Drury to Nashville, while Alex Tuch inks a long‑term deal with Washington, sparking a flurry of strategic moves across the league.
Jun 25, 2026
Avalanche Acquire Svechkov and L’Heureux in Bold Forward Trade
The Colorado Avalanche completed a blockbuster trade, sending forward Jack Drury, depth forward Chase Bradley and a 2029 third‑round pick to the Nashville Predators in exchange for forwards Fyodor Svechkov and Zachary L’Heureux, both signed through the next two seasons.
Jun 24, 2026
Predators Lock Down Jack Drury in Multi-Year Deal
Nashville’s latest trade brings Colorado’s Jack Drury to the Predators, adding a top‑ranked centreman and a future‑focused asset.
Jun 24, 2026
Predators Bolster Roster with Drury and Bradley in Draft‑Pick Deal
Nashville Predators acquire forwards Jack Drury and Chase Bradley from the Colorado Avalanche, receiving a 2029 third‑round pick, while sending out Zachary L’Heureux and Fedor Svechkov.
Jun 24, 2026
Blackhawks Pull Off Blockbuster Deal for Bowen Byram
Chicago acquires the Stanley Cup‑winning defenseman Bowen Byram, surrendering top draft picks and a veteran blueliner, while Buffalo walks away with a fresh infusion of talent and future assets.
Jun 24, 2026
Bednar’s Future: Weighing the Avalanche’s Coaching Crossroads
Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar faces a pivotal decision as the front office weighs his future and the team’s direction for the 2026‑27 season.
Jun 20, 2026
Avalanche Leadership Outlines Ambitious Path Forward
In a recent media briefing, Colorado Avalanche executives Josh Kroenke and Joe Sakic detailed their vision for a championship‑contending season, citing confidence in head coach Jared Bednar and plans for a new practice facility.
Jun 18, 2026
NHL’s Looming Free‑Agent Rush: Top Scorers, Contract Talks, and Coaching Shifts
The upcoming unrestricted free‑agent period spotlights a handful of elite scorers, contract negotiations, and a reshuffling of coaching staff across the league.
Jun 18, 2026
Zakhar Bardakov heads back to KHL’s SKA St. Petersburg after NHL stint
After a modest 10‑point season with the Avalanche and a trade that made him expendable, forward Zakhar Bardakov is set to rejoin SKA St. Petersburg, the club where he previously spent four seasons.
Jun 18, 2026
Jamie Langenbrunner Joins Predators as Special Assistant to the GM
The Nashville Predators announced the appointment of Jamie Langenbrunner as Special Assistant to the General Manager, tasking the two‑time Stanley Cup champion with shaping professional and collegiate scouting, recruiting and special projects.
Jun 17, 2026
Avalanche Trade Colton and Posch to Predators for Chorna and Draft Picks
Colorado trades forward Ross Colton and goaltender Isak Posch to Nashville for net‑minder Magnus Chorna and two future third‑round draft selections, reshaping the roster ahead of free agency
Jun 16, 2026
Predators Acquire Colton and Posch in Multi‑Team Deal
Nashville’s new executive Chris MacFarland trades veteran forward Ross Colton and goaltender Isak Posch to Colorado, receiving Magnus Chrona and two third‑round picks, while draft capital flows back to GM Joe Sakic.
Jun 16, 2026
Avalanche Trade Colton and Posch to Predators in Cap‑Management Move
The Colorado Avalanche sent forward Ross Colton and goalie Isak Posch to the Nashville Predators for draft picks and the rights to Magnus Chrona, a move that frees up salary‑cap room for a defensive upgrade.
Jun 16, 2026
Predators Bolster Roster with Colton and Posch in Landmark Trade
The Nashville Predators announced a blockbuster deal, bringing forward Ross Colton and goaltender Isak Posch from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for draft selections and netminder Magnus Chrona.
Jun 16, 2026
Avalanche’s Sakic Looks Ahead After Playoff Exit
At a press conference, Colorado Avalanche GM Joe Sakic discussed the team's historic regular‑season achievements, the disappointment of a sweep by the Vegas Golden Knights, and his optimism about a largely returning roster.
Jun 15, 2026
Avalanche Intent on Roster Continuity After Playoff Exit
Despite a sweep by the Vegas Golden Knights, Colorado’s management stresses stability, a potential extension for Cale Makar and the return of assistant coaches.
Jun 11, 2026
Rob Blake Joins Nashville Predators as Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations
Rob Blake, a Hall‑of‑Fame defenseman, has accepted a new front‑office position with the Nashville Predators, where he will work alongside President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Chris MacFarland to help the franchise ascend to the top of the NHL.
Jun 11, 2026
Avalanche to Outline Future as Stanley Cup Final Heads into Game 5
With the Colorado Avalanche eliminated in four games, President Joe Sakic is set to discuss the club’s next steps at a season‑ending press conference, even as the Stanley Cup Final remains deadlocked at 2‑2 ahead of Game 5 on June 11.
Jun 11, 2026
Predators Gear Up for Free Agency with $28 Million Cap Flexibility
The Predators enter a critical free‑agency window, leveraging abundant cap space to address depth concerns and explore both internal promotions and external acquisitions.
Jun 8, 2026
Larkin’s Trade Request Shakes Red Wings, Predators Bring in Blake Amid NHL Awards Buzz
Dylan Larkin’s trade request, Rob Blake’s new role, and the Vezina trophy ceremony dominate the NHL’s latest headlines.
Jun 8, 2026
NHL Front Office Shake‑ups and Player Moves Set the Stage for Next Season
The NHL sees significant front‑office changes, coaching shifts, and player movement that will influence the upcoming campaign.
Jun 8, 2026