Justin Barron re-signs with Nashville Predators on one-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 5:01 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The Nashville Predators have re-signed defenseman Justin Barron to a one-year, $1.575 million contract. Barron, a former first-round pick of the Colorado Avalanche, played 52 games for the Predators last season, totaling nine assists and 60 blocked shots. Acquired from Montreal in December 2024, he aims to secure a prominent role on Nashville's defense. Predators GM Chris MacFarland emphasized Barron's potential for growth as a right-handed defenseman and is looking forward to his contributions at training camp in September 2026.
- •Barron recorded nine assists in 52 games last season.
- •He has struggled with defensive consistency throughout his career.
- •The Predators acquired him from Montreal in December 2024.
- •Barron finished the previous season with 60 blocked shots.
- •He has yet to make his Stanley Cup Playoff debut.
- 5:01 AMYahoo Sports — Former Avalanche First-Round Pick Gets Another Chance With Nashville
"Former Avalanche first-round pick Justin Barron is getting another opportunity to prove himself after re-signing with Nashville.
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