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Nicolas Hague • D • Predators

Nicolas Hague Out Week-to-Week

Nashville Predators defenseman Nicolas Hague (lower body) was labeled week-to-week before Saturday's loss to the Utah Mammoth. He exited the lineup due to a lower-body injury, with Adam Wilsby (lower body) filling in for Hague in his return from a four-game injury absence. The injury to Hague will all but end his attempt to reach 20 points for the first time in his career. The 27-year-old has totaled 11 points (two goals, nine assists), 32 shots, 37 blocks, and 54 hits in 41 appearances this season. Since Wilsby isn't known for scoring either, the change in Nashville's lineup doesn't really affect fantasy hockey.

4 days ago

Ryan O'Reilly • C • Predators

Ryan O'Reilly Extends Scoring Streak With Three-Point Effort

Nashville Predators center Ryan O'Reilly finished Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Buffalo Sabres with two goals and one assist. Nashville fell four goals behind before attempting a comeback, with O'Reilly leading the charge. This was O'Reilly's fifth consecutive appearance with at least one point. He has had only one longer point streak this season. Following a rough start, it has turned out to be a good campaign for O'Reilly, who is on pace for a career-high 79 points. After 49 outings, the 17-year-old veteran sits on 18 goals and 29 assists.

7 days ago

Jonathan Marchessault • C • Predators

Jonathan Marchessault Moved to Injured Reserve

Nashville Predators right wing Jonathan Marchessault (lower body) was shifted to Injured Reserve on Tuesday. He missed his 13th consecutive game on Tuesday night against the Edmonton Oilers. The 2023 playoffs MVP has been out with a lower-body injury, and it's unclear when Nashville will have him available again. Marchessault has been limited to 10 points (seven goals, three assists) in 28 appearances this season and carries an ugly minus-18 rating. Strangely, the Predators have been streaking without Marchessault, winning nine of the 13 games he has missed.

Jan 14

Roman Josi • D • Predators

Roman Josi Ends Dry Spell With Three-Point Effort

Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi was instrumental in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Washington Capitals, factoring in on all three of his team's goals. The Predators captain finished with the game-winning goal and added two assists. Two points, including his goal, came on the power play for Josi, who entered Sunday's contest with a four-game scoreless run. It's been a bit of a rocky patch for Josi lately, but he will be pleased to know that his team has upped its level of play in recent weeks. Thanks to an 8-4-0 surge, the Predators are now only two points out of a wild-card position in the Western Conference. Josi has tallied 21 points (six goals, 15 assists) in 33 games this season, while recording 85 shots and 49 blocked shots.

Jan 12

Steven Stamkos • C • Predators

Steven Stamkos Shines Monday Night With Three Points

Nashville Predators forward Steven Stamkos turned back the clock on Monday night and produced a game-winning performance in a 4-3 victory over the Utah Mammoth. The 35-year-old veteran recorded two goals and one assist. Midway through the third period, the Predators trailed 3-2 before Stamkos turned things around with two goals, including a power-play marker. This was Stamkos' third multi-point effort in five games. After logging nine points through the first couple of months, the two-time Rocket Richard Trophy winner has erupted for 16 points (11 goals, five assists) in 13 December appearances. He is the NHL's leading goal-scorer this month and is tied with teammate Ryan O'Reilly for the most points. For the season, Stamkos has managed 17 goals and 25 points in 38 contests.

Dec 30

Jonathan Marchessault • C • Predators

Jonathan Marchessault Out Day-to-Day

Nashville Predators right wing Jonathan Marchessault (lower body) was labeled day-to-day on Friday. He sustained a lower-body injury on Wednesday night against the Carolina Hurricanes. The veteran escaped a serious injury, but he could still miss some action. Nashville continues its season this weekend with a back-to-back against the Toronto Maple Leafs and New York Rangers. Marchessault has yet to get going in 2025-26, posting only 10 points (seven goals, three assists) in 28 contests. With Marchessault sidelined, Luke Evangelista and Matthew Wood could see increased ice time, and Tyson Jost is expected to fill his spot in the lineup.

Dec 19

Jonathan Marchessault • C • Predators

Jonathan Marchessault Exits Early Wednesday

Nashville Predators right wing Jonathan Marchessault (lower body) logged only 5:27 of ice time in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. He was forced to leave the game early due to a lower-body injury. Marchessault's season in Music City has been a nightmare, and a significant injury would only add to his frustrations. The three-time 30-goal scorer has lit the lamp only seven times in 28 outings, adding three assists. His minus-18 rating is tied for the third-worst mark in the league. Rookie Reid Schaefer could get an opportunity to impress in a larger role if Marchessault misses time.

Dec 18

Filip Forsberg • LW • Predators

Filip Forsberg Nets 11th Career Hat Trick

Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg provided most of his team's goals in Monday's 5-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues, recording his 11th career hat trick. Only 27 seconds had been played when Forsberg opened the scoring. He potted a power-play goal in the second period and had an empty-netter late in the game. Kent Nilsson (14) is the only Swedish player in NHL history with more hat tricks. It has been a difficult year for everybody involved with the Predators, but Forsberg has started to make the most of a bad situation. After Monday night, he holds a season-best five-game point streak. The 31-year-old leads his team with 14 goals and ranks second with 25 points in 32 games.

Dec 16

Ozzy Wiesblatt • RW • Predators

Ozzy Wiesblatt to Miss 8-10 Weeks With Upper-Body Injury

Nashville Predators right wing Ozzy Wiesblatt (upper body) has been ruled out for 8-10 weeks. He suffered an upper-body injury in Thursday's 2-1 overtime victory against the Florida Panthers. Nashville will mainly miss Wiesblatt's physicality, as he is tied for second on the squad with 60 hits. Offensively, Wiesblatt has contributed one goal and three assists with 22 shots in 24 games. Tyson Jost will likely play regularly until Wiesblatt returns. He doesn't hold any fantasy value due to his limited offensive production. Jost has recorded four points (one goal, three assists) in 20 games this season.

Dec 5

Roman Josi • D • Predators

Roman Josi Returns From 12-Game Absence

Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (upper body) will return to action on Saturday night against the Colorado Avalanche. He has missed 12 games while dealing with an upper-body injury. The Predators captain will head to the first defensive pairing and the top power-play unit, with Nick Blankenburg projected to be a healthy scratch. Josi has registered five points (one goal, four assists), 19 shots, and 15 blocks in eight appearances this season. The Swiss veteran has been impactful on both ends of the ice, but Josi makes his return in a difficult spot, facing the league leaders, who have lost only once in regulation.

Nov 22

Roman Josi • D • Predators

Roman Josi Could Return Saturday

Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (upper body) has rejoined practice and could be available for action on Saturday against the Colorado Avalanche. He has missed 12 games due to an upper-body injury. If he is ready to return, Josi is poised to join Nicolas Hague on the first defensive pairing and reclaim his spot on the first power-play unit, bumping Nick Blankenburg to the second unit. Josi has recorded five points (one goal, four assists) and 15 blocks in eight outings this season. The Predators captain leads his team with an average ice time of 24:05.

Nov 21

Matthew Wood • LW • Predators

Matthew Wood Scores First Career Hat Trick at MSG

Nashville Predators right wing Matthew Wood celebrated his first career hat trick in Monday's 6-3 road loss to the New York Rangers. He had a pair of power-play goals and an even-strength marker. Blake Geoffrion was previously the only rookie in Predators history to post a hat trick in a regular-season contest. Wood also became only the second Predators player to score a goal in each of his first three road games of a season. Following Monday's outing, Wood is on a run of nine points (six goals, three assists) in seven games. In total, the 20-year-old has bagged six goals and 10 points in 11 games for his rookie campaign. Few expected Wood to have a significant impact in 2025-26, yet right now, only three first-year players have been more offensively productive than him.

Nov 11

Filip Forsberg • LW • Predators

Filip Forsberg Has Multi-Point Outing Monday

Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg contributed a goal and an assist during Monday's 5-4 overtime defeat against the Vancouver Canucks. Forsberg opened the scoring in the contest with an even-strength marker and logged his second multi-point outing of the season thanks to a power-play assist. Following a difficult start, Forsberg has found some form lately, going scoreless only once in six games. He leads the struggling Predators with six goals and 11 points in 13 games. In Wednesday's matchup against the Minnesota Wild, Forsberg has a chance to post a goal streak of at least three games for only the second time since the start of last season.

Nov 4

Roman Josi • D • Predators

Roman Josi Moved to Injured Reserve

Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (upper body) was placed on Injured Reserve on Sunday. He's been out for five games already due to an upper-body injury and looks set to miss more time. By moving Josi to Injured Reserve, the team can bring in a healthy body from the minors to fill in for forward Cole Smith (upper body). Prior to his injury, Josi had a decent start to the season, tallying five points (one goal, four assists) in eight contests, with 19 shots on goal and 15 blocks. The Predators defense also lost Adam Wilsby (lower body) this week, allowing Nick Blankenburg to come into the lineup. In Josi's absence, Brady Skjei is anchoring the first power-play unit.

Nov 2

Cole Smith • LW • Predators

Cole Smith to Miss 3-6 Weeks

Nashville Predators left wing Cole Smith (upper body) will be sidelined for 3-6 weeks, the team announced on Sunday. Smith was injured in Saturday's clash against the Calgary Flames. Playing in a bottom-six role, Smith has averaged 13:26 of ice time, scoring three goals in 13 contests. He's the team leader in hits with 35. Nashville will return to action on Monday against the Vancouver Canucks, and Tyson Jost is expected to take Smith's spot in the lineup. Jost has been a healthy scratch for the past two games, having scored only once and recorded no assists in 10 games this season.

Nov 2

Roman Josi • D • Predators

Roman Josi Out Week-to-Week With Upper-Body Injury

Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (upper body) will exit the lineup on Saturday against the Los Angeles Kings and is facing a multi-game absence. The team has listed Josi as week-to-week with an upper-body injury, clarifying that the issue is not related to Postural Tachycardia Syndrome, which he was diagnosed with late last season. The Predators captain has enjoyed a decent start to the campaign, totaling five points (one goal, four assists) and 15 blocks in eight outings. Ahead of Saturday's game, Nicolas Hague (upper body) has been activated from Injured Reserve and is expected to replace Josi in the lineup. Hague will make his Predators debut against the Kings.

Oct 25

Jonathan Marchessault • C • Predators

Jonathan Marchessault Won't Play Against Canucks

Nashville Predators right wing Jonathan Marchessault (lower body) will remain sidelined for Thursday's matchup against the Vancouver Canucks. A lower-body injury will keep Marchessault out for a third straight game. When he was in the lineup, Marchessault had a decent start to the season, amassing four points (two goals, two assists) in five outings. Despite missing several contests, Marchessault remains one of Nashville's top scorers, as the team has difficulties staying competitive in games. His next chance to return will come over the weekend during a back-to-back set against the Los Angeles Kings and Dallas Stars.

Oct 23

Jonathan Marchessault • C • Predators

Jonathan Marchessault Remains Absent Against Ducks

Nashville Predators right wing Jonathan Marchessault (lower body) will not suit up for Tuesday's tilt against the Anaheim Ducks. He must sit out a second consecutive game due to a lower-body injury. In five games this season, Marchessault has recorded four points (two goals, two assists) and 11 hits. With Marchessault out, Brady Martin will get a chance to play against Anaheim. The 18-year-old has sat out four games as a healthy scratch after posting one assist across his first two NHL outings. Martin will skate with Fedor Svechkov and Tyson Jost on Tuesday night.

Oct 21

Luke Evangelista • RW • Predators

Luke Evangelista Set for Season Debut Saturday

Nashville Predators right wing Luke Evangelista (visa) has been activated from the non-roster list and appears poised to join the lineup for Saturday's battle against the Utah Mammoth. Evangelista's season debut has been delayed due to a contract dispute. He wasn't with the team during training camp and has been unavailable at the start of the regular season while awaiting immigration clearance. Based on Friday's practice, it looks like Evangelista will be entered into the lineup as a second-line winger. He skated with Fedor Svechkov and Steven Stamkos during the session. Evangelista has the potential to become a 50-point scorer this season if he secures a regular top-six role.

Oct 11

Luke Evangelista • RW • Predators

Luke Evangelista Signs Two-Year Deal With Predators

Nashville Predators right wing Luke Evangelista finally agreed on a new contract with the team on Friday, signing a two-year, $6 million deal. The 23-year-old was the NHL's last unsigned restricted free agent. Due to his contract dispute, Evangelista hasn't been part of the team's preseason work. Evangelista has earned 86 points (33 goals, 53 assists) in 172 career games and finished the 2024-25 season with 32 points (10 goals, 22 assists) in 68 outings. If he stays healthy, Evangelista could become a 50-point scorer during the upcoming campaign. However, the Toronto-born winger might have difficulty finding form early in the year after missing training camp.

Oct 4

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