Talking Preds: Nashville Predators

Stanley Cup Playoff Tickets have been won! Congrats to Denise Castleberry on winning! Thanks to everyone that entered. We had a great response and you never know when we will have another give-a-way, so, keep listening!

In this episode, we answer some great fan questions sent our way. We also, recorded during the Predators vs Panthers game, so there's some extra ear candy in there for you.

The power play of the Preds definitely needs some work. It was abysmal for the month of March. There needs to be some more creativity along with greater movement and passing by the forwards. Johansen, Forsberg, and Turris are all too talented for us not to have a better power play. This will be crucial coming down the stretch and entering into the playoffs.

Hartnell's penalty in last Saturday's game versus Buffalo was a little much in Charlie's opinion. The result shouldn't dictate the penalty, but that's what happened. Of course, our hope and prayers are with Antipin, and we are elated that he is okay, but Scott Hartnell is not a dirty player and I can guarantee you that he felt like the worst person in the world after that result.

We also talk some potential playoff match-ups! Smashville has to be excited about the Predators run to Lord Stanley this year.

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After a 3 game slid, the Nashville Predators are back in the win column Smashville. There's no reason to panic! We answer some fan questions regarding this and give insights as to what the Preds need to do to accomplish the ultimate goal, Lord Stanley.

Tolvanen watch is in full swing! Herbie Brooks and Charlie McCoy discuss this guy's skills and what kind of impact he will have going down the stretch. David Poile will probably want to be careful, because if he ends up playing 9 games, he could be snagged by Seattle's expansion draft. If he doesn't play 9, then he's not eligible.

The contest for Stanley Cup Playoff Tickets continue with the winner being announced on next week's show! Tune in for details on how you can have a chance to win! Be a part of history!

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Your Nashville Predators have clinched a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs! Not only that, they are on pace to finish the season with 120 points, which has only been done 3 times in the last 30 years. What an impressive regular season so far.

Don't forget, this episode contains the details on how to gain another entry into the contest for Playoff Tickets Giveaway! You have to listen in order to get the details of how to enter this round.

Pekka Rinne is a man among boys. At 35 years old, he is having the best season of his career. It's absolutely impressive and he's leading the charge for the Vezina Trophy. Chris Mason has been letting everyone know this for about a month now, and now it's completely undisputed at this moment.  He's leading almost every single category, and should be the clear favorite.

We talk so potential playoff match-ups and well as answer some listener questions, so tune in for that and a chance to win playoff tickets!

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The NHL leading Nashville Predators have broken yet another franchise record. They have reached 100 points in only 69 games and are tied with the Tampa Bay Lightning for the best record in the league. They also, for the first time, scored two short handed goals in the same power play in franchise history in their 3-1 victory over the Jets Tuesday night.

Pekka Rinne continues to play lights out, and is leading the Vezina Trophy race. It's not just Pred's fans that are saying this now. Other writers, bloggers, podcasters, and talking heads are coming out with the numbers, and Pekka is just outdoing everyone. At 35 years old, he is having the best season of his career and is one of the many reasons this Predators team is having it's best season in franchise history.

The depth of this team will be important, as Calle Jarnkrok is injured. He is having the best season of his career as well, with 35 points, 16 goals and 19 assists. 

Austin Watson is just a monster. Another guy having a career year, and is money on the penalty kill. He has 4 shorthanded goals, which is only one behind Aleksander Barkov, a very good player with the Florida Panthers with 69 points on the season.

Your Nashville Predators have a commanding lead in the Central Division, up eight points on Winnipeg, a 5 point lead in the Western Conference over the Vegas Golden Knights, and are currently in position to secure the President's trophy for the best record in the league.

Do the Predators want to go for the President's trophy? We may have differing opinions on the show. 

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Pekka Rinne is having an outstanding season in the NHL. There's no question about that. He recorded his 50th shutout of his career against the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night. That is also his 7th of the season. Several on Twitter have exclaimed that Nashville is delusional for thinking Rinne deserves to be in the Vezina conversation. News Flash! He absolutely does. We give you all the golden nuggets in this episode!

The Nashville Predators have extended their win streak to 9 in a row- a franchise record! During new additions to the team, Ryan Hartman and Mike Fisher, as well as maintenance days for guys like Captain Roman Josi and Craig Smith, the Predators have broken the franchise record win streak! Can you believe this team? The depth and will to win is the most encouraging thing about this team.

Charlie makes a bold prediction that it's possible we haven't seen the Predators play their best hockey yet. And if that's true, that's scary for every other team in the National Hockey League. Listen in as he makes his case.

Also, in this episode, a giveaway is announced! Be sure to listen closely for the next steps. You won't want to miss this.

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It's Talking Preds Time! Join us as we discuss Mike Fisher's return to the Predators tonight! We couldn't be more excited for his return as we are sure all of Smashville is!

David Poile is now has the most wins in NHL history - 1,320 wins! Does this make him the greatest GM in NHL history? One could argue! Everything he has done for this franchise has been nothing short of amazing.

David Poile's latest move has panned out so far. At the trade deadline, Poile added Ryan Hartman from the Chicago Black Hawks. So far, 2 games in, he has 2 points - 1 goal and 1 assist, including the game winning goal with one minute to go against Winnipeg Tuesday night.

Eeli Tolvanen has confirmed with European reporters that as soon as his KHL season concludes with Jokerit, he will sign his entry level contract with the Nashville Predators. This just makes the Preds deeper, and is a great problem to have.

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Hartman from the Black Hawks? What was Poile thinking? Have no fear! Big Natural Stoney Keeley and Herbie Brooks dive into the trade deadline, what David Poile was thinking with the Ryan Hartman trade, and much more! The NHL trade deadline was fascinating to say the least.

Mike Fisher has also signed his deal with the Nashville Predators! Fans rejoice! Early reports indicate he could join the line-up sometime in the next 4 games on the road. I know when he steps on the ice at Bridgestone Arena, that place will be going insane.

With Fisher back, who is going to play on the 4th line? Who is going to have to sit? Competition is never a bad thing! This is a great problem to have. Also, depth is so important for the playoffs as we've seen injuries occur.

Pekka Rinne gets his 300th win! Are you kidding me? What a great accomplishment for a player that deserves it with all the hard work and dedication. Smashville loves you Pekka!

Join us tonight at River Front Tavern in Mount Juliet for away game view party against the Jets! This is for first place in the Central Division. Come out, have some food and drinks, and meet us!

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Welcome to Talking Preds! It's our first episode and we are excited to be bringing you some coverage of our Nashville Predators! Join us as we discuss Mike Fisher's return to the team, the inconsistency of the NHL, and what David Poile might have up his sleeve for the trade deadline.

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