Tanner Jeannot shines as Nashville Predators rookie this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 4:56 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Tanner Jeannot, undrafted until joining the Nashville Predators, has emerged as a standout player this season. With the most goals among NHL rookies, Jeannot has impressed scouts and management alike, demonstrating strong work ethic and physical fitness. After going unselected in the draft and overcoming challenges in his junior career, Jeannot signed with Nashville following a prolific season in the WHL. His journey showcases a dedication to improvement, particularly in skating, which has been aided by coaching from Liane Davis. As he continues to develop, Jeannot has become a central figure for the Predators this season.
- •Jeannot leads all NHL rookies in goals this season.
- •He was undrafted before signing with Nashville after a successful WHL career.
- •Jeannot has received recognition for his physical fitness and work ethic.
- •Coaching by Liane Davis has enhanced Jeannot’s skating skills.
- •His journey reflects the challenges faced by many undrafted players.
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"Tanner Jeannot is used to being underestimated. But his dogged work ethic is trophy-worthy – literally – and leaves an impression at each stop. Now breaking out in Nashville, he’s showing why Preds management had such faith in an undrafted rookie
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