Nashville Predators prepare for season with roster and management changes
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Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The Nashville Predators begin training camp today and will host their season opener against the Minnesota Wild on October 1. This summer saw significant moves, including the hiring of general manager Chris MacFarland and six trades enhancing the roster with seven new players. Acquisitions include Mavrik Bourque and Jack Drury, while forward Luke Evangelista was traded to the New Jersey Devils. A new television broadcast agreement with Scripps Sports is also part of the transformation as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
- •Training camp opens today, September 16.
- •Season opener scheduled for October 1 against the Minnesota Wild.
- •Chris MacFarland appointed as general manager this summer.
- •Seven new players added to the Predators' roster.
- •Television broadcast agreement established with Scripps Sports.
- 10:02 AMYahoo Sports — Predators offseason primer, every move GM Chris MacFarland made over summer
"The Nashville Predators have had a busy summer. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the season opener on Oct. 1.
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