Roman Josi

Roman Josi, Justus Annunen, and Ryan O'Reilly are giving the Predators something to smile about at the World Championships. When players look sharp on a stage like that, teams take notice, even if the tournament is not played under NHL lights. The kind of performances Nashville is getting here can help build confidence, reputation, and a little summer buzz back home. For a club that wants more answers than questions, these reps matter.

Nashville sits at pick 10 in the 2026 NHL Draft, and whispers from Bridgestone Arena suggest they're zeroing in on a defenseman to shore up the blue line. GM Barry Trotz has been scouting juniors and Euro leagues hard, knowing the Preds' defensive depth took hits in free agency last summer. With Roman Josi aging into his mid-30s, this selection carries real weight for their Cup window.

Roman Josi, Steven Stamkos and Barry Trotz sit down to unpack Nashville's season, revealing the raw frustrations from a group that expected more. Captains and coaches dissect what went wrong behind closed doors, from lineup tweaks to late collapses. Their words set the tone for a Predators rebuild that could shake up the Central Division.