Xavier Abel, the first enrolled hockey player on Tennessee State University's new HBCU hockey team, joins the Preds Official Podcast (12:20). Interview topics include his hockey journey, why he wanted to be the first player at TSU, and why you shouldn't judge him off his EliteProspects page.

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap a 1-2 homestand and Captains' Night at Bridgestone Arena!

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