August 1, 2025
Crossroads in Music City: Unpacking the Predators’ 2025-26 Season
The Nashville Predators are at a fascinating crossroads. After a 2024-25 season that can only be described as a monumental disappointment, GM Barry Trotz is trying to walk a tightrope between a full-scale rebuild and a quick retool. The splashy free-agent signings of Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault were supposed to propel the Preds back into contention, but instead, they found themselves at the bottom of the standings. As we head into the 2025-26 campaign, the questions surrounding this team are as numerous as the honky-tonks on Broadway. Let’s break down the main concerns and the glimmers of hope for