Predators Official Podcast

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 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.

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 iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 #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.

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 on Tuesday night to force overtime against the Jets and secure their ninth playoff berth in the last 10 seasons. Plus, Luke Schenn's kids demand he score more, Ryan O'Reilly is the faceoff king in the NHLPA Player Poll and Hal Gill goes to Jersey! 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.

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 night as the Preds get closer to clinching their playoff spot with six games to go in the regular season. Plus, a Nashville Ice Flyers connection on the Bruins, the McCarrons are expecting and it's dogs vs. cats in a Preds player pet Instagram faceoff! 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.

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 in Smashville. 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.

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 episode since the team's last regular season loss, riding a 13-game point streak. We break down Luke Evangelista's goal in Columbus (his favorite he's ever scored), another brilliant pass by Gus Nyquist and Zucker's first goal in Gold in Winnipeg. Plus, Ryan McDonagh breaks down the keys to the Predators' success with Paul Bissonnette on TNT, Luke Schenn and Hal Gill talk about how fast they are, and Cody Glass has a new puppy! 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.

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 comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 Cole Smith. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 game homestand starting next week in Smashville.

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! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 topics with Timonen include being named Preds captain by his teammates in 2006, what it meant to be the first European captain in franchise history and how Roman Josi carries that legacy, and his immeasurably impressive five Olympic games and four Olympic medals playing for Finland. Kara Hammer & Max Herz get you ready for a huge three game homestand coming out of All Star week. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 All-Star weekend and more. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 history and to answer your fan questions. Hear from inaugural Preds Andrew Brunette, Jay More, JJ Daigneault, Dan Keczmer, Cliff Ronning and Denny Lambert (26:35) as well! Max Herz and Kara Hammer recap a big Preds win in Minnesota, preview HBCU Night at Bridgestone Arena this coming Wednesday and look back at Denny Lambert's fight with Hal Gill from 2000 for our interview of the week. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 Preds host the Panthers! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 ahead to a road-heavy rest of the month. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 Preds hockey, Filip Forsberg's All-Star nomination, and 90s Night at Bridgestone Arena! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 Hammer & Max Herz recap two losses sandwiching Christmas, including Roman Josi's incredible goalie-style save against the Stars. Plus, Andrew Brunette's New Year's Resolution and Yaroslav Askarov's Russian Christmas! As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

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 the tornadoes in Tennessee last weekend with the Predators Foundation, and our interviews of the week. As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

Recently-retired former Preds defenseman Mark Borowiecki joins the show (15:20) to discuss his new role with the team as professional player development coach. Borowiecki tells us what his role entails, why it's a good fit for him, and how he helps Preds players "find their superpower." Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap three straight Preds wins including a fun night for Ryan McDonagh against his former team in a 5-1 win over the Lightning at Bridgestone Arena. Plus, Cole Smith has trouble with his landlord, Darth Nyquist needs acting lessons, Yakov Trenin takes you Christmas shopping, and plenty of holiday celebrations coming up in Smashville!

Vickie Woosley, the Predators Director of Performance Psychology & Team Behavioral Health Clinician, joins the podcast (14:00) to discuss her role with the team, helping players like Mark Borowiecki & Connor Ingram, how psychologists help sports teams perform, her two decades in the FBI, and mental health advocacy. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Preds six game winning streak, including wins over the Blackhawks, Avs, Jets and Pens. Plus, we tell you our favorite pictures from the Predators 2024 team dog calendar and which teammate the players would unanimously take on a deserted island.

Longtime Predators general manager David Poile joins the POP (9:20) before he's honored in Smashville this week. Interview topics include watching games as a fan in retirement with his family, the Tanner Jeannot trade, and retroactive trade advice from his eight-year-old grandson. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Preds losses to the Coyotes and Ducks, look ahead to the Women's Collegiate Hockey Showcase in Smashville, and get you set for Pickleball Night at Bridgestone Arena! In our interview of the week, Preds goalies Juuse Saros and Kevin Lankinen tell us which tendies did the splits at their respective weddings in Finland this summer and who ripped their pants on the dance floor. Plus, Kara gets a shoutout from her hero Mason Ramsey.

Predators defenseman Marc Del Gaizo joins the POP (13:40) after making his NHL debut this week. Interview topics include his hockey playing family, working with Mark Borowiecki this offseason and how that led to his NHL debut, and his college hockey national championship at UMass. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' road trip, finishing with a 1-4 record, and look ahead to a five-game homestand and nine of the next 10 games at home in Smashville. Plus, Jeremy Lauzon signs an autograph for a fan in the penalty box and we dip back into Luke Evangelista's hockey dictionary.

Nashville Predators winger Sammy Fagemo concludes his first month with the team by joining the Predators Official Podcast (24:00). Nashville claimed Fagemo, a 23-year-old Swedish winger, off waivers from the Los Angeles Kings at the end of the preseason, and he scored a goal in his Preds debut on October 21 against the San Jose Sharks. Interview topics include Fagemo living in four different countries during his father Linus Fagemo's pro hockey career, having his mom Lenda & brother William in Nashville seeing him play in the NHL in person for the first time, his experience playing for his hometown Swedish team Frolunda, and joining the Predators from the Kings a week before opening night in Smashville. BONUS GUEST Dr. Spencer Haley, the Predators' team oral surgeon, joins the show (8:50) to discuss Gus Nyquist's "detoothification" in Seattle, his role with the team and some incredible stories from his time operating on Preds' mouths. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' overtime win over the Leafs and Ryan O'Reilly's 1000th NHL game in Vancouver. Plus, we get you ready for two big Predators Foundation events this month: Bruno & Friends Bowling on Wednesday, Nov. 15, and David Poile's Retirement Luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 21. And, as always, our interviews of the week! Use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter.

Predators assistant coach Derek MacKenzie joins the POP (13:20) as he concludes his first month on the Nashville coaching staff. MacKenzie discusses his longstanding relationship with fellow Sudbury, Ontario native Andrew Brunette, playing junior hockey with former Preds captain Mike Fisher on his hometown Sudbury Wolves, coaching the Wolves last season and being part of their 'Shoresy' night, his coaching role & philosophies, and more! Kara Hammer and Max Herz recap the many highlights of the Preds' 5-1 win over the Sharks including equipment manager Pete Rogers' broken stick heroics and Kiefer Sherwood's Gordie Howe hat trick. Predators team reporter Emma Lingan joins the show to discuss her new article about Smashville's 'Department of Goaltending Excellence.' Plus, Kara discovers the identity of her mysterious Wyoming gunslinger and defenseman Alex Carrier vows to pick on someone his own size.

New Predators winger Gustav Nyquist joins the podcast (17:30) to discuss the Kentucky Derby-winning horse named after him and answer your fan questions. Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Mattias Ekholm's return to Smashville with the Oilers and the Preds' 4-1 win over the Rangers. We also highlight many of the upcoming Preds Foundation charity initiatives and events you can be a part of, and have some fun with celebrity Preds fan Mason Ramsey.

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the first two regular season games, including a 3-0 shutout win in the home opener against the Kraken. New Predators general manager Barry Trotz joins the podcast as he begins his first season in management (12:15). Interview topics with Trotz include his return to Nashville after 10 years coaching other NHL teams, his expectations for his first season as GM, how Luke Evangelista & Phil Tomasino took the path he gave them to make the opening night roster, and Garth Brooks. Max spent a period in the Predators' newly-renovated video room with video coach Lawrence Feloney & video coordinator Andrew Meloche, getting an inside look at an integral part of the team's coaching staff. Plus, Juuse Saros' TV commercial with Ryan O'Reilly is a smash hit, shutout machine #NoGoals, and Hal Gill goofs around. Tweet us anytime with your questions, comments, and/or Zamboni popcorn tubs with #PredsPodcast for your chance to win autographed Preds gear!

Former Conn Smythe & Selke winner Ryan O'Reilly signed a four year deal with the Predators this summer, and he joins the POP during his first preseason with the team (10:10), discussing living with his brother Cal O'Reilly and his family during training camp, his love of music as he arrives in Smashville and playing with Filip Forsberg & Juuso Parssinen. Kara Hammer and Max Herz discuss the final week of preseason camp and the addition of winger Samuel Fagemo off waivers from the Kings. Plus, opening weekend watch party and Gold Walk plans and your Twitter questions!

Kara Hammer and Max Herz host the Predators Official Podcast for the 2023-24 season! New Predators Head Coach Andrew Brunette joins the show (16:07) to discuss the Predators' new system, leading the franchise for which he scored the first ever goal 25 years ago and how he spurned his future wife at a public skate in Sudbury when they were 13 years old. Plus, Kara & Max examine the Predators' training camp roster and tell you their favorite new food items at Bridgestone Arena this season. Tweet your questions, comments or bottomless popcorn Zambonis using #PredsPodcast for a chance to win tickets to the home opener on Thursday, Oct. 12 against the Kraken!

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Kiefer Sherwood. Kiefer played 32 games for the Nashville Predators in the 2022-23 season. He tallied 7 goals and 6 assists. He's now back in Milwaukee competing in the Calder Cup playoffs for the Admirals. He discusses what this season has been like for him beginning with the Preds overseas, then with the team the first month of the season, back to Milwaukee for awhile before rejoining the Predators for the stretch run starting in late February. Darren and Kara talk about the Stanley Cup playoffs, Mark Borowiecki (BoroCop) retiring, and the Predators extend their AFFILIATION AGREEMENT with AHL’S MILWAUKEE ADMIRALS.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with play by play man Aaron Sims of the Milwaukee Admirals. Aaron talks about the Admirals getting ready for the Calder Cup playoffs. He shares his thoughts on Predators prospects Joakim Kemell and Yaroslav Askarov. Aaron talks about his dealings with head coach Karl Taylor and how the players relate to him. Darren and Kara also discuss the end of the Predators regular season and what lies ahead with these young guys moving forward and the veteran players coming back into the mix.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Matt Duchene. He discusses getting hit by a puck on his ring finger on the left hand during a game on March 26 against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Matt said leading up to that play it was his third hand injury that week and at times couldn't even hold his stick. Matt talks about how he personally dealt with the trading deadline and the moves that were made. Darren and Kara also discuss the last game of the season being the last ever game for David Poile as the General Manager of the Predators.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Egor Afanasyev on his way to the airport as the Predators depart for their final road trip of the regular season - a trip to Winnipeg and Calgary that could determine whether this Preds team gets in the playoffs or not. Egor talks about who he sits with on the team plane and what his first 15 NHL games have been like. Darren and Kara also discuss the shutout victory over Carolina, the Preds now being one point out of a Wild Card position and how much fun these young players have been to watch. Finally, Darren and Kara answer some #AskPOP questions from listeners of the show.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer chat with Brentwood native and Preds fan Caleb Miele, who celebrated his 17th birthday by reading the Predators starting lineup in the locker room before their game against Boston. Next, Clarksville native and sculptor Scott Wise joins the podcast to talk about his latest project creating Pekka Rinne's bronze statue.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with current Predators player Phil Tomasino. He talks about what these 15 games have been like since he joined the team from Milwaukee. Phil discusses what it was like being told out of camp that he didn't make the opening roster and was going back to the AHL. He tells if he watches the NCAA basketball tournament and if he filled out a bracket. Darren and Kara answer some #AskPOP questions from Twitter and weigh in on their thoughts if this team can make the playoffs and how big this final stretch of the regular season games are going to be.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with current Predators player Luke Evangelista. He talks about his "welcome to the NHL moment" and what these first five games in the National Hockey League have been like. Including lighting the lamp not just once but twice in Vancouver and what that was like. Luke discusses what his family means to him and growing up waiting for this day to come. Darren and Kara answer some #AskPOP questions from Twitter and weigh in on their thoughts of everything that has happened on this long road trip.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with current Predators General Manager David Poile. David talks with them about the moves that have been made to the roster before the Friday March 3 NHL trade deadline. It has been awhile since he has been in "sell" mode but he explains why. He also talks about some of the new additions. Darren and Kara answer some #AskPOP questions from Twitter and weigh in on their thoughts of everything that has happened in the last five days.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Steve Mayer of the NHL. He is the Chief Content Officer and oversees the Events and Entertainment department. Steve talks with Darren and Kara about the Awards Show coming to Nashville on June 26 and the Draft on June 28 & 29 and what to expect. He also weighs in on "Behind the Glass" and the Stadium Series that was played at Nissan Stadium almost a year ago between the Preds and the Lightning. Darren and Kara talk about the last 2 wins by the Predators and answer some questions from #AskPOP.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer sit down with P.K. Subban before the Arizona game where he was being recognized. P.K. talks about his time with the Preds and what it meant to him and his career. He discusses how his bond started with defenseman Mattias Ekholm as a pair on their run to the Stanley Cup Final. Darren also catches up with former Predators player Craig Smith who was in town with the Boston Bruins. Craig shares the big news that his wife is pregnant with their first child. He goes down memory lane about his time in Nashville.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Preds Centerman Cody Glass. He tells the story how he got engaged to his longtime girlfriend during the break. Cody talks about what it's been like playing along side Forsberg and Duchene and what this season has been like for him. Darren and Kara discuss the game against Vegas coming out of the break and what the rest of the schedule looks like this month. Make sure to post a question every week on Twitter using the #askpop for a chance to win tickets to an upcoming game or something autographed by the team or a player.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with longtime hockey writer Kevin Allen. Kevin has been covering the NHL for over 35 years and discusses All-Star Weekend, the health of the League and an article he wrote in USA Today on then Predators player Jordin Tootoo in his hometown of Nunavut. Darren and Kara also catch up with Preds Reporter Emma Lingan in Sunrise, Florida covering All-Star Weekend about what players around the League are saying about Nashville goaltender Juuse Saros.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Nashville Predators Head Coach John Hynes as the team heads into the All-Star break. He talks about beating Los Angeles, Winnipeg and New Jersey before the break and weighs in on an important team meeting after the loss in St. Louis. Hynes also discusses Alexandre Carrier defending one of his teammates and how it will now cost him some time. He even shares his thoughts on goaltender Yaroslav Askarov making his first NHL start. Darren and Kara also catch up with Predators Beat Reporter Emma Lingan before she heads down to Sunrise, Florida to cover the NHL All-Star Game.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Nashville Predators In-Game Host Wayne D. He talks about how he ended up in Smashville getting Preds fans fired up at Bridgestone Arena. Wayne D shares some in game memories that will certainly have you laughing. He also talks about his time in Vegas as the first ever In-Game Host of the Golden Knights. Darren and Kara also discuss the current state of the Preds, the return of Michael McCarron to the team after completing the NHL Player Assistance Program and the NHL debut of goaltender Yaroslav Askarov.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer catch up with Nashville Predators President and CEO Sean Henry. He talks about that Friday morning November 25, 2022 when he learned Bridgestone Arena was flooding due to a water main break. Sean discusses having to cancel two regular season home games and moving other events around to different locations. Sean talks about the P.K. Subban trade in 2016 that brought him to Nashville. He also talks about a new area in the Arena that will have fans wanting to check out when it's done. Darren and Kara also catch up with Emma Lingan in Montreal before the game against the Canadiens on P.K. Subban night.

In the first episode of 2023, Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer get reaction from former Predators goaltender and now team television color commentator Chris Mason. He discusses Juuse Saros' franchise record 64 saves in a single game in Carolina. Saros is just the second goaltender in NHL history to make at least 64 saves in a win. Darren and Kara also discuss the Predators division and the Western Conference as a whole with E.J. Hradek of NHL Network, as teams approach the midway point of the regular season. And finally, they check in with Emma Lingan in Washington as the Predators face another big road test against the Capitals and former Nashville head coach Peter Laviolette.

In the final POP episode of 2022, Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer sit down Radio Play-by-Play Host Pete Weber. Among the many stories Pete has from his 23+ years with the Predators, he shares some current personal news that you will want to hear. Darren and Kara also catch up with Emma Lingan from Anaheim ahead of the Preds match-up with the Ducks. Emma shares a conversation she had with Preds defenseman Alex Carrier as he gets settled back in after his return from a stint on IR.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a great time talking with former Predators' head coach Barry Trotz. Barry spent 15 seasons behind the bench in Smashville. He talks about that first year in franchise history. How the 'Dads Trip' came about. What it meant to the Predators organization and the Nashville market when Paul Kariya chose them in free agency. Coach also discusses his time in Washington and winning it all with the Capitals. He talks about what it was like coaching Alex Ovechkin who just scored his 800th career goal and weighs in on where he thinks Alex will end up all time in that department.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a lot of fun talking with former Predator player and now broadcaster Hal Gill. Skillsy discusses his 16 year playing career which included winning and losing in the Stanley Cup Final with the Pittsburgh Penguins. He chronicles his day with the Cup. Hal weighs in on how the game has changed over the years and the current state of this Predators team.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a great discussion with Scott Nichol who is the Predators Assistant General Manager and the GM of the Milwaukee Admirals. Scott talks about the young talent the Preds have in the pipeline and on the current roster. He also talks about beating Barry Trotz in a Game 7 of the finals when he was playing minor league hockey. Darren and Kara also check in with Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan up in Long Island before the Islanders game and discuss the overtime thrilling win over the New Jersey Devils.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a great discussion with Terry Crisp. He talks about winning two Stanley Cups as a player and winning the Cup as a head coach. He also talks about being the first ever head coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning franchise and his role with Team Canada in the 1992 Winter Olympics. Terry also talks about what Smashville and the Predators organization has meant to him and his family over the years. Darren and Kara also check with Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan up in Detroit for the last road game of November.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer have a great discussion with 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton. He covers a lot of ground in this interview from his childhood, his battle with cancer, his relationship with the Predators and putting together Scott Hamilton & Friends. Be prepared to laugh, while being motivated. Darren and Kara also discuss the recent play of the Preds, including this winning streak at home.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer chat with former Predators player and broadcaster and current NHL Network analyst Stu Grimson. He reveals to them his latest role in the longest running American animated series, The Simpsons. Darren and Kara also catch up with Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan in Colorado after Nashville's tough loss in Seattle and discuss wrapping up their five-game road trip and coming home.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer find out how Paul McCann became the Public Address Announcer for the Nashville Predators in 2005. He takes them behind the curtain on all the goings-on that job entails. He'll leave you wanting to hear more stories. Darren and Kara also catch up with Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan in Vancouver and discuss Thursday night's win in Calgary and what's ahead on this long road trip. You'll also hear Emma talk with defenseman Jeremy Lauzon.

Darren McFarland sits down with Nashville Predators General Manager David Poile to discuss his 3,000 regular season games milestone, the relationship he had with his father Bud and his current relationship with son Brian. They also talk about the NHL Draft and Awards show coming to town in June 2023. Also, Darren and Kara Hammer talk about what Preds players Cody Glass and Cole Smith said on the Smashville Live radio show including the scary incident that took place behind the net in the Flyers game with Preds defenseman Mark Borowiecki.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer discuss David Poile's BIG NIGHT in Smashville celebrating 3,000 regular season games and becoming the first GM in NHL history to reach that milestone. They also weigh in on the Reverse Retro jersey. Also, Darren and Kara chat with former Preds goalie and now Broadcaster Chris Mason about the start to the season, back up goaltender Kevin Lankinen and Preds number one prospect Yaroslav Askarov. Preds Beat Reporter Emma Lingan sits down and chats with Nashville's forward Tanner Jeannot.

Darren McFarland and Kara Hammer discuss the Predators home opener against the Dallas Stars and look ahead to Saturday evening's rematch at the American Airlines Center. Predators President & CEO Sean Henry joins the show to discuss the new season and the 2023 NHL Awards and Draft, which will both come to Nashville this spring. Then, hear from forward Michael McCarron and defenseman Dante Fabbro about the improvements to the team over the offseason and the mindset of the locker room at the start of a fresh season.

Darren McFarland joins Kara Hammer in his Predators Official Podcast hosting debut to discuss the upcoming 2022-23 campaign, Nashville's Global Series trip and the new faces in Smashville this season. Plus, Preds Broadcaster Willy Daunic joins the show to talk Global Series and Preds Senior Manager & Beat Reporter Emma Lingan interviews Nashville's new forward acquisition Nino Niederreiter.

All good things must come to an end. Brooks Bratten hosts his 174th and final episode of the Preds Official Podcast and says goodbye to the loyal listeners. Take a listen at what's to come for the Preds this offseason and hear from Predators President Sean Henry on the future of the franchise. Then, venture back to some favorite interview moments from the past four years and enjoy some bloopers before Brooks says farewell.

The 2021-22 season has come to a close, and the time has come to unpack the campaign that was. Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer air and discuss thoughts from Predators General Manager David Poile, as well as players Juuse Saros, Filip Forsberg, Mattias Ekholm and Roman Josi following the conclusion of Nashville's postseason run.

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are underway, and the Predators are headed home as the series shifts to Nashville. Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer check in for a quick episode to discuss the first two games between the Preds and the Colorado Avalanche, including Connor Ingram's epic performance in Game 2. Hear from Ingram following the contest and learn what the Predators need to do as they head back to Tennessee for Games 3 and 4.

The 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs have arrived. The Predators are set to face the Colorado Avalanche in Round One of the postseason. Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer preview the series from the Nashville perspective, and Avalanche broadcaster Conor McGahey joins the show to give some insight on the Avalanche.

The final week of the regular season has arrived, and the Preds are ready to clinch their spot in the postseason. Predators forward Matt Duchene joins the show after becoming the first player in franchise history to record 40 goals in a single season. Plus, the Predators will head to Bern and Prague to begin the 2022-23 campaign.

The time to bid farewell to a legend has come. Predators broadcaster Terry Crisp - and his wife, Sheila - join the Preds Official Podcast to talk about their time in the game and their love for Nashville. Plus, the playoff race is tighter than ever, and the Predators are continuing their push toward the postseason.

The month of April continues, and the Preds are back in the win column. Ryan Johansen's hat trick and Roman Josi's newest franchise record help Nashville to four more points as they make their push to the playoffs. Preds defenseman Mark Borowiecki joins the show to discuss his return to Ottawa and becoming a father for the second time.

The final month of the regular season has arrived, and Nashville's playoff push continues. The Predators get back in the win column, and Tanner Jeannot has quite a week after becoming a father for the first time. Preds defenseman Jeremy Lauzon joins the show for his first interview after being acquired via trade and talks joining his new team.

The 2022 NHL Trade Deadline has passed, and the stretch run is officially here. The Predators acquire defenseman Jeremy Lauzon at the Deadline and continue to negotiate a contract with Filip Forsberg. Head from Preds General Manager David Poile on those topics - plus, Predators Assistant Coach Dan Hinote joins the show for an entertaining interview.

One of the busiest times of the year has arrived. The NHL Trade Deadline is quickly approaching, and Predators General Manager David Poile details how he feels about his club. The Preds have a record-breaking night in Philadelphia as the postseason push continues; plus, Predators Chief Operating Officer Michelle Kennedy joins the show to discuss her path to the NHL.

The Preds are in the midst of another massive week as the postseason push ramps up. Predators centerman Ryan Johansen joins the show to discuss his team's success, his pride for his brother, Lucas, and his love for his bulldog, Dozer. Plus, Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer talk Nashville's three-game win streak and answer listener questions.

The 2022 NHL Stadium Series has concluded, and the city of Nashville won the week. Take one final look back at the weekend and relive the best moments as the Preds and Lightning played in front of over 68,000 at Nissan Stadium. Plus, Predators Head Equipment Manager Pete Rogers joins the show to celebrate his 2,500th professional hockey game.

No. 35 is now in the rafters. Pekka Rinne became the first player in Predators franchise history to have his jersey retired, and we have complete coverage on Episode 162. Hear from Rinne prior to the ceremony, and then relive the highlights of one of the best nights Nashville has ever seen. Plus, Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer talk hockey with the Preds back in the win column, and the NHL Stadium Series has arrived.

The biggest week in Predators franchise history is just ahead. Preds President and CEO Sean Henry joins the show to discuss Pekka Rinne's upcoming jersey retirement and hosting the NHL Stadium Series in Nashville. Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer preview what's to come in the days ahead, plus they discuss Mark Borowiecki's new contract and answer your questions.

The Predators are back to work following All-Star Weekend. Preds goaltender David Rittich joins the show to talk his first season in Nashville, watching the Olympics, pride for his younger brother and more. Plus, Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer recap All-Star appearances for Roman Josi and Juuse Saros, look ahead to Bridgestone Winter Park and answer listener questions.

NHL All-Star Weekend has arrived, and the Preds collect another win to start the month of February. Filip Forsberg and Juuse Saros continue to impress as Nashville reaches the 60-point mark. Saros and Roman Josi are set to represent their club in Las Vegas as All-Stars, plus NHL analyst A.J. Mleczko joins the show to talk Preds, NHL All-Star and winning Olympic Gold.

The month of January is coming to a close, and the Nashville Predators are back on track. After a four-game skid, the Preds have points in their last four outings. Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer discuss the most recent successes and look ahead to a fresh February schedule. Plus, Predators Pro Scout Nick Vitucci joins the show to give his thoughts on having an award named after him and his collection of over 7,000 hockey pucks.

The Predators see their win streak come to a close, but there is still much to gain. Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer look back at Nashville's contests with Colorado and Buffalo while discussing the lessons learned as the season continues. Preds goaltender Juuse Saros is named an NHL All-Star, Roman Josi might be - plus, the NHL's Chief Content Officer Steve Mayer joins the show to discuss the upcoming Stadium Series game in Nashville.

The new year has arrived, and 2022 is off to an excellent start for the Predators. Filip Forsberg joins the show to discuss his team's success, his offseason engagement and so much more. Plus, Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer look back at recent wins and start the campaign - Tanner Jeannot for Calder as the NHL's top rookie.

The final episode of the year has arrived, and the Predators are on a "heater" as they head into the holiday break. Nashville's seven-game win streak leads into a pause from the NHL, and the Milwaukee Admirals helped to get the job done. Admirals Assistant Coach Scott Ford joins the show to discuss his surreal 72-hour stretch with the Preds.

The Preds are out east, and they're collecting points once more. Eeli Tolvanen can't stop tipping pucks into the twine, Yakov Trenin embodies Nashville's identity and the Predators are staying in the thick of the Central Division. Plus, Preds Defense Development Coach Rob Scuderi stops by to discuss his role and how he helps the next generation of blueliners carve out a career.

The holiday season has arrived, and Mikael Granlund is in the giving spirit. The Preds centerman dished out an assist on each one of Filip Forsberg's four goals during a record-setting performance. Granlund joins the show to discuss the apples, Pekka Rinne and Christmastime.

The 2021 Thanksgiving episode is here with a healthy dose of hockey and food talk. Predators Forward Development Coach Sebastien Bordeleau joins the show as the Preds make their way through Toronto and Montreal, while Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer discuss Matt Duchene's hot start and their favorite Thanksgiving side dishes and desserts.

The Predators return home from one of the most successful road trips in franchise history. How did they claim nine out of a possible 12 points on their six-game excursion? Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer break it down - plus, Preds Assistant Athletic Trainer Doug Agnew joins the show as he works his 2,500th professional hockey game.

Episode 150 of the Preds Official Podcast is here, and we're celebrating two of Nashville's best. Hear from former goaltender Pekka Rinne as the Predators get set to retire his No. 35. Plus, Preds broadcaster Terry Crisp joins the show as he begins his farewell tour ahead of retirement at the end of the season.

The annual Halloween show is here, and Nashville's power play is scary good. What's led to the success, and how have the Predators put together their first win streak of the season? Preds Strength and Conditioning Coach David Good joins the show - plus, Connor Ingram's first NHL win and your Twitter questions.

The Predators conclude their first homestand of the season as the 2021-22 campaign truly gets underway. Preds Head Coach John Hynes joins the show to talk coaching, settling in Nashville, family life and more; plus, Brooks Bratten and Pete Weber discuss the Stadium Series and announce another ticket giveaway!

The 2021-22 season has officially arrived, and the Predators got it started against the Seattle Kraken. Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer look back on Opening Night and how the club fared to begin the campaign. Plus, defenseman Mattias Ekholm joins the show (18:05) after he signs a four-year contract to remain in Nashville, a city that has become his second home.

The 2021-22 NHL season is almost here, and Opening Night is less than one week away. The Predators have reached the conclusion of Training Camp, and there are some tough roster decisions to make. Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer discuss, plus NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman joins the show.

October is here, and the 2021-22 regular season is inching closer. Predators goaltender Juuse Saros makes his debut appearance on the show, reveals his summer engagement story and discusses his friendship with Pekka Rinne. Plus, Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer discuss training camp and the preseason.

The Predators have reported to Training Camp, and excitement is plentiful. Preds Captain Roman Josi joins the show to talk camp, his anticipation for the season and his expert drawing skills. Plus, Brooks Bratten and Kara Hammer look ahead to Preds Camp and what's to come.

Hockey is back, and Predators Rookie Camp is underway. Preds prospect Luke Prokop joins the show to discuss coming out as a gay athlete and the amazing support he's felt in Nashville and beyond. Plus, Milwaukee Admirals Head Coach Karl Taylor chats about Rookie Camp.

The offseason has come to a close, and hockey is on the horizon. Predators General Manager David Poile discusses the team's moves over the past three months and looks ahead to the 2021-22 campaign. Plus, guest co-host Kara Hammer joins Brooks Bratten to talk Nashville's offseason and what's next.

The final episode of the offseason is here, and Juuse Saros is signed. Nashville's goaltender agrees to a four-year, $20 million contract, and Philip Tomasino joins the show as Development Camp concludes. Brooks Bratten and Chris Mason discuss it all, plus they answer some listener questions.

For the first time in two years, the Predators are set to host Development Camp once more. Brooks Bratten and Pete Weber are joined by Preds Assistant General Manager and Director of Scouting Jeff Kealty to discuss Nashville's top prospects and how the Predators made two picks in the first round of the 2021 NHL Draft. Plus, your Twitter questions.

The month of August is here, and Preds hockey is getting closer. Hal Gill joins Brooks Bratten to discuss the signings of Dante Fabbro, Tanner Jeannot and Rem Pitlick, plus Hal looks back on the career of his former teammate, Pekka Rinne. Also, Phil Pritchard, better known as the "Keeper of the Cup," joins the show.

The busiest week of the offseason is now complete. Mikael Granlund and David Rittich are among those who sign with the Preds in free agency, Nashville makes two picks in the first round of the 2021 NHL Draft and Predators newcomer Cody Glass joins the show.

A busy offseason continues for the Preds as Ryan Ellis is traded to Philadelphia, Philippe Myers and Cody Glass are acquired and Calle Jarnkrok departs via the Expansion Draft. Enjoy an interview with Myers; plus, the 2021 NHL Draft and free agency are on the horizon.

The podcast returns as the offseason schedule heats up, and there is much to discuss. Goaltender Pekka Rinne announces his retirement, forward Viktor Arvidsson is traded and the NHL Expansion Draft and 2021 NHL Draft are on the horizon.

Predators players and management conduct their final press conferences of the season. Will Preds goaltender Pekka Rinne retire or return? Plus, Thomas Willis says his final goodbye to the podcast and the Predators and is surprised with special messages to conclude his last show.

The Predators' season ends in Game 6 after a memorable first-round series with the Hurricanes. How should we feel? What did we learn? What's next? Brooks Bratten and Thomas Willis look back on the season and share their thoughts on the future of the Predators' roster.