Predators and Lightning engage in eight fights during preseason opener

The Nashville Predators and Tampa Bay Lightning commenced their preseason with a total of eight fights during their matchup today. Both teams showcased a physical style of play, typical of hockey's competitive nature. As training camps begin, prospects for each team demonstrated their readiness to compete, resulting in multiple scraps on the ice. The preseason action highlights the intensity that teams are looking to build as they approach the regular season.

• 10:18 PMYahoo Sports — Preds and Lightning kick off the season with 8 fights today!