Best Bridgestone Arena Podcasts (2025)

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Welcome (Back) to Smashville 45:38

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1d ago45:38

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The Predators Official Podcast is back - and better than ever. Now available in audio and video form, hosts Max Herz and Kara Hammer reunite with the show’s original host, Brooks Bratten, to form this season’s lineup. The trio discusses the start of Predators Training Camp, which of the top prospects could make the Opening Night roster and some ent…

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We're Back: The Preds Official Podcast - 2025-2026 1:06

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The Preds Official Podcast is BACK for the 2025-2026 season -- and so are Kara Hammer, Max Herz...and OG POP host, Brooks Bratten! Check back every week for new episodes, including exclusive interviews, game previews and recaps, behind-the-scenes coverage and more! Listen to the Preds Official Podcast on your favorite podcast platforms, including Y…

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Trisha, J-Roll, and Late Season Comebacks 49:49

6M ago49:49

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Kara Hammer and Max Herz go through some of the late season highlights in Smashville as we approach the finish line:-0:00, We recap the come from behind 7-6 overtime win against the Islanders, with guest appearances from our bobblehead country stars Trisha Yearwood & Jelly Roll-19:50, Matt Wood makes his NHL debut. We mourn the losses of Ray Shero …

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Win Streak & New Preds! 45:31

6M ago45:31

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap four straight Predators wins and introduce you to the three new Preds: Michael Bunting, Jake Vrana, and Jordan Oesterle.By Nashville Predators

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Preds Back In Action! 37:16

7M ago37:16

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the 4 Nations Faceoff and the Predators' first three games back in action!By Nashville Predators

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4 Nations Facing Off 30:34

8M ago30:34

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Preds win over the Sabres and make their predictions for the NHL 4 Nations Face Off!By Nashville Predators

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Preds Dads Trip & The Tennessee Summitt! 29:42

8M ago29:42

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Preds losses against the Ducks, Canucks, and Sabres, recap the Dads trip so far, and introduce to the WNBA's Tennessee Summitt with the help of Preds team president Michelle Kennedy (11:15).By Nashville Predators

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Pred Hot! Fights, Comebacks, and More on the POP 45:09

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap three big Predators wins this week, including fight night against the Wild, the largest comeback in Preds history against the Sharks, and perhaps the most entertaining NHL game of the season in San Jose.Plus, Nick Blankenburg evokes Ted Lasso, Zach L'Heureux asks all the right questions mid-fight, and Hammer heads to Mi…

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Golden Goals and The Golden Hall 48:15

8M ago48:15

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap two Preds wins over the Knights and Blackhawks and recap this week's Golden Hall induction ceremonies, welcoming Shea Weber, Pekka Rinne, and David Poile as the team's inaugural hall of fame class!By Nashville Predators

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Homeward Bound! World Juniors Recap 33:32

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Predators wins in Vancouver in Calgary, Ozzy Wiesblatt's NHL debut, and a successful World Junior Championship for Preds prospects.By Nashville Predators

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Happy New Year, Smashville! Mitch Korn, Preds Director of Goaltending, on the POP 54:27

9M ago54:27

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Happy New Year, Preds fans! Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' recent games including a 3-0-1 homestand and three road losses to end 2024. Plus we detail the recalls of Ozzy Wiesblatt and Spencer Stastney before Wiesblatt's NHL debut and Stastney's season debut Friday night in Vancouver.Predators Director of Goaltending Mitch Korn joins Ma…

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Preds Win in Dallas! Juuse Saros' Commercial Encore 49:11

9M ago49:11

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Preds streak-busting win in Dallas on Thursday night, get you ready for Christmas season in Smashville, and celebrate Juuse Saros' new NHL commercial!By Nashville Predators

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Preds Polar Express & Christmastime in Smashville! 32:18

10M ago32:18

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Predators road games in Toronto and Montreal this week and the team's snowy train ride through Canada as we get you ready for Christmastime in Smashville!By Nashville Predators

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Thanksgiving Weekend Recap 32:05

10M ago32:05

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators 3 overtime losses over Thanksgiving weekend plus Partner Baugh's big 60th birthday celebration!By Nashville Predators

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Preds Return Home & Welcome Back Shea Weber 43:21

10M ago43:21

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' 1-2-2 road trip, including some milestone moments on Sunday night in Vancouver. Plus, Shea Weber returns to Smashville for Hockey Hall of Fame Night, some big news from Preds TV, and Filip Forsberg roasts Hal Gill!By Nashville Predators

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POP on the Road! Plus Brooks Bratten from Hockey Hall of Fame Inductions 49:12

10M ago49:12

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The POP hits the road as Kara "Road Hammer" Hammer & Max "Third Year Rookie Chucker" Herz recap the Predators 4-0 shutout win over Utah and 3-2 overtime loss against the Avalanche. Preds beat writer Brooks Bratten joins the show (19:15) to recap Shea Weber and David Poile's induction weekend at the Hockey Hall of Fame! Plus, Filip Forsberg goes mul…

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Bumpy Ride & A Busy Week 42:27

11M ago42:27

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators win over the Avalanche and the three game losing streak that followed, and get you ready for Hockey Fights Cancer Night against Utah in Smashville.By Nashville Predators

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Stammer's Return & Points In The Bank! 49:21

11M ago49:21

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap three Preds games in four nights, including Steven Stamkos' return to Tampa as a visiting player and the emotion and experience of the day. Plus, big wins over the Blackhawks and Blue Jackets in comeback fashion!See you Thursday night for Hockey Halloween in Smashville!By Nashville Predators

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Preds Win! Plus Zach L'Heureux's NHL Debut 44:47

11M ago44:47

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' first win over the season with Juuse Saros' shutout against the Bruins, recap Zach L'Heureux's enjoyable NHL debut, and welcome David Poile to the Hockey Hall of Fame!By Nashville Predators

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The Big Schenn-Dig! Luke Schenn's 1000th Game & Zach L'Heureux's Debut 23:29

11M ago23:29

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Luke Schenn's 1000th NHL game and Silver Stick Ceremony with special shoutouts from his sons who made his goal a reality, plus we analyze Zach L'Heureux's call-up before his NHL debut Tuesday against the Bruins.By Nashville Predators

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The Skjei Show! Preds defenseman Brady Skjei joins the POP 26:55

11M ago26:55

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz interview new Predators defenseman Brady Skjei (2:00), recap losses to the Red Wings and Kraken, and detail Max's celebrity run-in with the cast of Shoresy and a Preds tie-in to the show.By Nashville Predators

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Opening Night Recap 23:18

12M ago23:18

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' season-opening 4-3 loss to the Stars Thursday night, plus our favorite moments from the Gold Walk & opening night!By Nashville Predators

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Game Week in Smashville! Opening Night Preview 22:13

12M ago22:13

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz get you ready for opening night on Thursday by previewing the Predators roster and making their predictions. Plus Andrew Brunette helps Vandy get their goalposts down Broadway!By Nashville Predators

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Training Camp Episode 5! Filip Forsberg's Amazon Stardom 14:58

12M ago14:58

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators 6-4 preseason win in Carolina on Wednesday night, update the roster that is now down to 21 skaters & 2 goalies, and discuss Filip Forsberg's new episode on Amazon Prime's new show "FACEOFF: Inside the NHL."By Nashville Predators

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Training Camp Episode 4! Preseason Party in Smashville 28:22

12M ago28:22

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' 6-0 preseason home opener win over the Lightning, featuring a shutout by Juuse Saros and three points by new Pred Jonathan Marchessault!Plus Preds Fest is this Sunday afternoon, Luke Schenn tunes in to Preds radio as a hockey dad chauffeur, and Zach L'Heureux dines at the Carrier house.…

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Training Camp Episode 3! Preds defensemen Lucas Johansen & Kevin Gravel 34:03

12M ago34:03

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz continue their coverage of Nashville Predators training camp, recapping the Gold Star Showcase intrasquad game in Clarksville on Wednesday night in front of a great crowd of hockey fans and military families. Hear interviews with two Predators defensemen:8:25, Lucas Johansen, younger brother of Preds great Ryan Johansen, who …

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Training Camp Episode 2! Preds wingers Ozzy Wiesblatt & Kyle Marino 47:31

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz bring you into the second week of Nashville Predators training camp and recap the preseason-opening doubleheader in Florida. Topics include Steven Stamkos' first preseason goal in gold, the O'Reilly brothers becoming linemates for a day, Mike McCarron becoming a father, and Colton Sissons becoming a (fake) uncle to his young …

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Preds Training Camp Begins! And a Rookie Camp Recap 39:48

1y ago39:48

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the first three days of Preds training camp practice before the puck drops on the preseason opener! Topics include GM Barry Trotz's preseason message to his team, why Andrew Brunette is much happier in camp this season than last season, Steven Stamkos feeling like a kid again on his new team, and Jonathan Marchessault's…

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The POP is Back! The Biggest Offseason in Preds History 51:23

1y ago51:23

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Tweet us! @KaraHammer & @MaxHerzTalksBy Nashville Predators

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Season Wrap Up Pod 24:41

1+ y ago24:41

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the end of the Predators' series against the Canucks and the end of season press conferences. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter/X. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.…

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Season on the Line in Smashville! 31:01

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators massive Game 5 win in Vancouver to extend the season and bring us Game 6 on home ice Friday night. Plus: Tyson Barrie walks his dog, Ryan O'Reilly reveals his wife is eight-and-a-half months pregnant, Andrew Brunette loves his team and Gus Nyquist gets ready for Derby weekend! As always, use #PredsPodcast …

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The Playoffs Return to Smashville! 21:52

1+ y ago21:52

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Kara Hammer and Max Herz recap Games 1 and 2 of Round 1 in Vancouver, including a massive Preds win in Game 2, and get you ready for playoff hockey on home ice this weekend! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter/X. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through i…

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Playoff Time in Smashville! 36:23

1+ y ago36:23

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz preview the Predators & Canucks first round playoff series! Plus Filip Forsberg secures the franchise single season goals record, Jeremy Lauzon sets the NHL single season hits record, Troy Grosenick and his son get a special day, TSU hires their first hockey coach and Andrew Brunette thanks God for baseball. As always, use #P…

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Beau Knows The Preds Are Playoff Bound! Anthony Beauvillier on the POP 46:04

1+ y ago46:04

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The Preds are playoff bound! Predators winger Anthony Beauvillier joins the Preds Official Podcast (16:00) to discuss joining the Predators at the trade deadline during their hot streak, playing for three NHL teams in one season and his hockey life growing up in Quebec and starring the QMJHL. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Preds' comeback clinch …

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ESPN Energy Line: PK Subban & John Buccigross on the POP 51:36

1+ y ago51:36

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Former Predators defenseman & ESPN analyst P.K. Subban (14:20) and ESPN commentator John Buccigross (26:15) join the Preds Official Podcast during their visits to Smashville this week to talk about the Preds, this season, and covering the NHL for ESPN during the playoff stretch! Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap a massive win over the Blues on Thursday …

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18 Crazy Games: Recapping the Preds Record Point Streak 37:48

1+ y ago37:48

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators franchise-record 18-game point streak which lasted six unforgettable weeks. Filip Forsberg is approaching the franchise goals record, Ryan O'Reilly calls his linemates meatballs and HOLY MOLY WHAT A GOALIE! Plus, UMass star defenseman Ryan Ufko signs his ELC with the Preds and a preview of the playoff push…

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Zuck Yeah! New Pred Jason Zucker on the POP 49:57

1+ y ago49:57

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Newly-acquired Predators winger Jason Zucker joins the Preds Official Podcast (16:00)! Topics include: being a trade-related scratch and wondering where he would be traded to, his hockey journey from Las Vegas to Michigan to University of Denver to the NHL and his family and charity work. Kara Hammer & Max Herz stay as hot as the Preds in our fifth…

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Trade Predline Moves: Welcome Jason Zucker, Anthony Beauvillier, & Jaret Anderson-Dolan! 43:11

1+ y ago43:11

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The Preds Official Podcast recaps Nashville's moves at the NHL Trade Deadline with thoughts from two of the new Preds and General Manager Barry Trotz. Plus, Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap this week's two Preds hat tricks by Cody Glass and Filip Forsberg to finish up a 4-0-1 homestand! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comment…

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Pulling the Same Rope: Red Hot Preds! 44:58

1+ y ago44:58

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The Predators have won a season-best seven straight games to get back into a playoff spot and the Preds Official Podcast is here to talk all about it! Kara Hammer & Max Herz are joined by Preds TV Play-by-Play Announcer Willy Daunic (16:55) to highlight the tone setters for the win streak: the starting line of Mike McCarron, Kiefer Sherwood, and Co…

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On The Road With EGOAT: Egor Afanasyev, Preds Winger on the POP 47:35

1+ y ago47:35

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Predators rookie winger Egor Afanasyev joins the podcast (17:00) to discuss his hockey life, moving from Russia to Detroit as a teenager and take a wide variety of your fan questions! Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap three straight Preds wins to start the five game road trip, Alex Carrier translates for Jeremy Lauzon, and we get your ready for a five g…

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Captain Kimmo: Longtime Preds D Kimmo Timonen on the POP! 29:08

1+ y ago29:08

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Longtime Nashville Predators defenseman and 2006-07 team captain Kimmo Timonen joins the podcast (10:30) to preview Captain's Night at Bridgestone Arena this Tuesday as the Preds host the Devils. Timonen, Tom Fitzgerald, Mike Fisher and Shea Weber will all return to Smashville as we honor former captains in the 25th Anniversary season! Interview to…

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Fil & J-Biebs: Filip Forsberg Takes All-Star Weekend! 25:47

1+ y ago25:47

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Nashville Predators All-Star Filip Forsberg joins the POP from Toronto (7:35) to discuss his selection to Team Bieber/Matthews and the official announcement that NHL players are headed back to the Olympics in 2026! Max Herz & Kara Hammer get you ready for the 2024 NHL All-Star weekend and more. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions…

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Team One: David Legwand & The Inaugural Preds on the POP 1:00:25

1+ y ago1:00:25

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The Predators welcomed back members of the 1998-99 inaugural team in franchise history this week as part of our 25th anniversary season! Franchise cornerstone David Legwand made his NHL debut in the final game of that season, and he joined the podcast (16:30) to talk about the early Preds, his NHL debut in April 1999, iconic moments in franchise hi…

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Down On The Farm: Milwaukee Admirals Head Coach Karl Taylor on the POP 53:12

1+ y ago53:12

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Milwaukee Admirals Head Coach Karl Taylor joins the Preds Official Podcast (8:25) to discuss the five first round picks in Milwaukee this season, the team's great season so far and Cody Hodgson's comeback. Original Preds defenseman Jay More also joins the show (30:30) to preview inaugural team night this Monday, Jan. 22 at Bridgestone Arena as the …

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Scream & Scout: Preds Chief Amateur Scout Tom Nolan on the POP 40:51

1+ y ago40:51

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Nashville Predators Chief Amateur Scout Tom Nolan joins the Preds Official Podcast during the team's scouting meetings (15:00). Topics include what this week's goals are, how he became an NHL scout and his brief but interesting playing tenure with the Austin Ice Bats in the WPHL. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the last week of Preds hockey and look a…

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We Are Halfway There 59:06

1+ y ago59:06

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We are halfway there! The Preds are in a playoff spot despite some good games and some...not so great games. The real question though is what do we do about Saros. We love him, he's the best, but he's just been a different goalie this season. Askarov came up and played a couple games and even got a win. Is it time to bring him up as the full time b…

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Kiefer Sure Would: Preds Winger Kiefer Sherwood on the POP 44:17

1+ y ago44:17

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Nashville Predators winger Kiefer Sherwood joins the podcast (16:50) to discuss why Nashville has been such a perfect place for the past two years of his career, his amateur hockey journey across three Ohioan stops and his athletic family, including his younger brother & former Pred Kole Sherwood. Plus Kara Hammer and Max Herz recap a fun week of P…

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New Years Preds-olutions & World Juniors: Jeff Kealty, Preds Assistant GM, Joins the POP from Gothenburg 52:20

1+ y ago52:20

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Predators Assistant General Manager & Director of Scouting Jeff Kealty joins the POP (16:10) from the World Junior Championship in Sweden! He discusses the two Predators prospects playing in the tournament - Canada's Matthew Wood & Finland's Kasper Kulonummi - Tanner Molendyk's injury that prevented him from playing in the tournament and more. Kara…

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Merry Christmas POP! With Preds Defenseman Luke Schenn 45:26

2y ago45:26

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Nashville Predators defenseman Luke Schenn joins the Preds Official Podcast (16:10). Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap three Preds wins this week including the Fathers Trip! Plus, Michael McCarron gives us a feel good Christmas story and Luke Evangelista unearths an old nickname of his. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments…

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Going Back With The Yak: Yakov Trenin on the POP 49:50

2y ago49:50

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Preds winger Yakov Trenin joins the podcast (14:45) to discuss his hockey journey from Chelyabinsk, Russia to the NHL, his game-winning goal in the final minute against the Avs last month, his signature celebrations, and more! Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap two big Preds wins over Montreal and Philly, let you know how you can help those affected by t…