Catfish Corner: A Predators Podcast

Adam calls in from Washington, D.C. to talk with Jon and Joe about the horrendous goalie interference call that cost the Predators a chance at clinching the Central Division and the Western Conference.

Eeli Tolvanen officially signed a contract with the Predators, and will make his debut soon. Adam Vingan and Jon Garcia discuss the Finnish prospect finally inking a deal with Nashville, as well as why Connor McDavid — the NHL's leading point scorer — shouldn't win the Hart Trophy as the league's MVP.

On this episode of Catfish Corner, Predators beat writer Adam Vingan and sports columnist Joe Rexrode discuss the Predators' best- and worst-case scenarios for opponents in the first round. They also evaluate Ryan Johansen's season and Eeli Tolvanen's impending arrival.

The Predators' win streak ended, but the followed it up with a first period onslaught against the Jets. They are now in position to end the season as winners of the Central Division, the Western Conference, and the President's Trophy. Adam and Jon talk Austin Watson's short-handed prowess, and how important home ice advantage is going to be come the playoffs. And of course, this podcast was recorded right before news of Calle Jarnkrok being sidelined for the remainder of the regular season.

Adam Vingan and Joe Rexrode turn their sights toward the Predators' Finnish prospect Eeli Tolvanen, who is slated to join the team once his KHL season is over. Also, Pekka Rinne is one of two goalies vying for the Vezina Trophy, but should he get some Hart consideration as well?

Tennessean columnist Jessica Bliss stops by to chat about interviewing David Poile for her story about him set to become the winningest general manager in NHL history. Included is a condensed version of their conversation, as well as some snippets of things that didn't make it into the story.

Adam Vingan and Jon Garcia recap a fantastic gold medal hockey game between the US and Canada, and also touch on Eeli Tolvanen's play in Korea. Is he ready for the NHL? The two also chat at length about the NHL trade deadline, and if the Predators even have enough assets to get any big ticket players. Adam goes on a rant about Erik Karlsson.

Adam Vingan and Jon Garcia break down a thrilling and classic overtime comeback against the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday. Adam is also completely over the "how is P.K. Subban in the locker room" questions in Montreal. The duo touch on teams bracing their teams for a rebuild, grumble about NHL players not attending the Olympics and gush about the women's USA hockey team.

Adam Vingan and Jon Garcia react to the Department of Player Safety dropping the hammer on Filip Forsberg, suspending him for three games. It was a bit severe. They also share their thoughts on an adrenaline fueled game against the New York Islanders, and disagree over the possibility of Rick Nash in Smashville gold.

Adam Vingan and Jon Garcia convene for an emergency podcast after the Predators announced that Mike Fisher would be coming out of retirement to join up with the team for the rest of the season. This only has upside for the team, and is Fisher's best (and last) chance to raise the Stanley Cup. What does this mean for the team? Is this their trade deadline acquisition? What will his contract look like?