Clarksville, Tn — The Nashville Predators fell to the Anaheim Ducks 2-1 in a game that went to a shootout after the two teams were tied 1-1 through the overtime period.
The Predators had seven power plays on the night and couldn’t convert on any of those opportunities.
The power play continues to plague Nashville and it was the teams weak link tonight.
Nashville was playing without one of its stars, Viktor Arvidsson who was a recovering from a hit he received during Saturday’s Dallas Stars victory.
Anaheim Ducks left wing Pontus Aberg (20) moves in for the puck against Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne (35) during the second period at Honda Center. Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
«Read the rest of this article»
November 10, 2018 |
Clarksville, Tn — The Nashville Predators just wouldn’t quit against the Dallas Stars on Saturday afternoon, capping off a roaring comeback victory, 5-4.
Mattias Ekholm closed the sale with his overtime winner at 2:27 of the extra frame.
The Predators improve to an 8-0-0 road record for the year, which is the third longest win record to the start of an NHL season since the 2006-2007 season when the Buffalo Sabres won their first 10 games away from home.
Nashville Predators defenseman Mattias Ekholm (14) is greeted by center Ryan Johansen (92) after their win over the Dallas Stars during overtime at American Airlines Center. Shanna Lockwood-USA TODAY Sports
«Read the rest of this article»
November 1, 2018 |
Clarksville, Tn — The Nashville Predators welcomed the return of Vezina Trophy winner Pekka Rinne back to the ice tonight with a strong 4-1 road win over the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Rinne had missed the last five games due to injury, but tonight’s performance, where he blocked 42 shots on net, proves the rest did him some good. Pekka never missed a beat.
Nashville owned the first period scoring at 6:02 of the first period when Kyle Turris got the tip in on net for the early 1-0 lead. Mattias Ekholm and Carrie Jarnkrok assisted on the score.
Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Ryan Callahan (24) shoots on goal as Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne (35) defends during the second period at Amalie Arena. Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
«Read the rest of this article»
October 30, 2018 |
Nashville, Tn — The Nashville Predators broke their home ice losing streak to defeat the Las Vegas Golden Knights, 4-1, at Bridgestone Arena.
Ryan Hartman led the Preds with his two goal effort, that gave Nashville all they would need on the night.
The Predators had struggled this season at home, where their only three losses had occurred in Nashville. The Predators outshot the Golden Knights, 28-24 on the night.
Reilly Smith scored the first goal of the Knight for Vegas at 17:14 of the first period when his snapshot beat Predators goalie, Juuse Saros on the high side and Vegas led 1-0.
Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros (74) makes a save during the second period against the Vegas Golden Knights at Bridgestone Arena. Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
«Read the rest of this article»
Nashville, Tn — The Nashville Predators continue to struggle on home ice, as they lose to the visiting Edmonton Oilers, 5-3, at Bridgestone Arena. All three Nashville losses have come on home ice.
Filip Forsbergs sixth career hat trick couldn’t help the Predators overcome the penalties and an aggressive Edmonton frontline, including NHL superstar, Connor McDavid. This is Nashville’s rirst loss to Edmonton in their past 14 meetings.
The Oilers struck first on a goal from Drake Caggiula to lead 1-0 to end the first period. Then Leon Draisaitl gave Edmonton a 2-0 lead just five minutes into the second period, beating Predators goalie, Juuse Saros.
Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) celebrates with defenseman P.K. Subban (76) after scoring his third goal of the game against the Edmonton Oilers at Bridgestone Arena. Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
«Read the rest of this article»
October 25, 2018 |
Clarksville, Tn — The Nashville Predators came storming back against the New Jersey Devils to win an overtime thriller, 4-3. Playing on the road, the Predators were hoping to bounce back from their disappointing home loss to the San Jose Sharks over the weekend.
Playing from behind most of the night, the Devils scored first at 2:58 of the first period when Damon Severson scored on a wicked slap shot that beat Nashville goalie, Juuse Saros, 1-0. Saros is still in goal while Pekka Rinne recovers from an undisclosed injury.
Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros (74) defends against New Jersey Devils center John Quenneville (47) during the second period at Prudential Center. Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports
«Read the rest of this article»
October 23, 2018 |
Nashville, Tn — The Nashville Predators blew a two goal lead in the third period to fall to the visiting San Jose Sharks, 5-4.
The Predators were on a five game winning streak until tonight, and dropped only their second game to the Sharks in their last 11 meetings in Tennessee.
San Jose struck first on a power play goal in the first period, but Viktor Arvidsson evened the score on a breakaway goal to end the first period.
Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros (74) makes a save on a shot by San Jose Sharks right wing Kevin Labanc (62) during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
«Read the rest of this article»
October 21, 2018 |
Nashville, TN – The Nashville Predators just continue to win. Whether it be at home or on the road, the Preds are off to a great start.
Tonight, they finish their first “back-to-back” series with the victory over the Edmonton Oilers 3-0.
This comes on the heels of their 5-3 victory over the Calgary Flames the night before where the Predators were able to extract a bit of revenge for their home opener against these Flames, where Calgary was able to shutout the Predators.
Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros (74) makes a save during warm ups prior to the game against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. (Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports)
«Read the rest of this article»
October 11, 2018 |
Nashville, TN -The Nashville Predators unloaded on the Winnipeg Jets tonight at Bridgestone Arena, 3-0. Winnipeg eliminated Nashville in round two of the Stanley Cup playoffs last year, and the Predators were looking for some payback.
Ryan Hartman, Roman Josi and Ryan Johansen provided the scoring for the Predators, but Winnipeg came unglued, handing Nashville 9 power plays on the night. Nashville never scored a power play goal.
Oct 11, 2018; Nashville, TN, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) skates with the puck away from Winnipeg Jets right wing Blake Wheeler (26) during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
«Read the rest of this article»
October 10, 2018 |
Nashville, TN – The Nashville Predators disappointed a sellout crowd at Bridgestone Arena tonight, losing to the Calgary Flames, 3-0.
Flames goaltender Mike Smith was a brick wall in net for Calgary, stopping 43 shots on goal, and earning the shutout.
Elias Lindholm got the Flames on the board with a goal on the power play in the first period for the 1-0 lead. Sean Monahan then gave the Flames a 2-0 lead and Nashville was behind the eight ball after two periods.
Nashville Predators defenseman P.K. Subban (76) attempts a shot during the second period against the Calgary Flames at Bridgestone Arena. (Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports)
«Read the rest of this article»
