Predators' Roman Josi thrives as all-star captain in Nashville
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:25 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Roman Josi, named the captain of the Nashville Predators, has established himself as a key player since being drafted in 2008. The 29-year-old Swiss defenseman is having a standout season and remains a Norris Trophy candidate despite the team's current struggles. Josi's skills have developed significantly over the years, benefiting from mentorship under previous stars like Ryan Suter and Shea Weber. He has signed an eight-year, $72 million contract extension that kicks in next season, ensuring his continued influence on the team's performance. Nashville's defense has a storied history, but this season has been challenging, leading to coaching changes and goaltending issues.
- •Roman Josi is the all-star captain of the Nashville Predators.
- •He was drafted in 2008 as a second-round pick, 38th overall.
- •Josi signed an eight-year, $72 million extension last summer.
- •The Predators are experiencing a challenging season with coaching changes.
- •Josi is a Norris Trophy candidate, demonstrating his impact on the ice.
- 3:25 AMYahoo Sports — THN Archive: Roman Empire
"The latest in a long line of superb Predators defensemen, Rosi arrived in Nashville a decade ago as a virtual unknown from Switzerland. But he’s gone country, and now the team’s unassuming all-star captain rules the ice in Tennessee
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