Nashville Predators face contract drama as Luke Evangelista remains unsigned on eve of training camp. Is a holdout looming for the promising young forward?

Hosts Ann Kimmel and Emma Lingan break down the Evangelista situation, analyzing his impressive late-season performance and potential impact on negotiations. The discussion covers Barry Trotz's perspective, worst-case scenarios for camp, and how this could affect team chemistry. Key topics include Evangelista's stats when playing top-six minutes, Trotz's cautious approach after past projection misses, and the changing NHL market for young talent.

Don't miss this in-depth look at the Predators' contract conundrum and its implications for the upcoming season. Will Evangelista sign in time, or could a shocking trade be on the horizon?

0:00 Nashville Predators training camp preview

3:52 Addressing tragic news about Wiesblatt family

8:09 Luke Evangelista contract negotiations stalling

12:05 Barry Trotz's comments on signing Evangelista

16:08 Evangelista's unique role and leverage

21:21 Evangelista's past performance and potential

24:15 Barry Trotz's perspective on contract talks

30:46 Worst case scenario: Evangelista missing camp

35:02 Wrapping up and looking ahead to mailbag

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