Preseason Showdown Predators Face Off Against Hurricanes on September 28
Nashville Predators Face Carolina Hurricanes in Preseason Showdown
Exciting Matchup: Predators vs. Hurricanes in Preseason Play
The Nashville Predators are set to face off against the Carolina Hurricanes this evening at the Lenovo Center, with the puck dropping at 6 p.m. CT. This matchup marks the second of their back-to-back weekend exhibition games, and the Predators’ penultimate preseason battle. The Predators will wrap up their preseason schedule by hosting the Hurricanes next Saturday.
Recap: Predators’ Challenge Against the Lightning
Last night, the Predators faced a challenging game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, succumbing to a 4-1 defeat. Ozzy Wiesblatt was the sole goal scorer for Nashville, while goaltenders Juuse Saros and Matt Murray made appearances in the net. Despite the loss, Predators Head Coach Andrew Brunette highlighted the team’s perseverance and emerging opportunities, particularly during the second and third periods.
Reflecting on the match, Brunette commented, “We had some opportunities…especially in the second and third period, kind of carried the play for the most part. Had trouble scoring on the power play, had our opportunities, but a lot of positives. I thought a lot of guys played pretty well. These are hard games. You get off the plane, you jump into the first period, and it’s tough to get going.”
Lineup Changes and New Talent on Display
With a significant portion of the Predators’ original roster still in Training Camp, tonight’s game against the Hurricanes will feature a largely new lineup. This shift allows the coaching staff to evaluate new talent as the regular season looms just under two weeks away.
Coach Brunette emphasized the importance of these trial opportunities, stating, “These back-to-backs, we’ll see a lot of our younger kids [tonight], and it’ll be a good opportunity for them to put a great showing on and play hard. So, we’re looking forward to having some good energy [tonight].”
Watch and Listen Live
Ozzy Wiesblatt, forward Zach L’Heureux, and defenseman Tanner Molendyk debuted in the preseason last night, adding excitement for Predators fans. This evening’s game will be streamed live on El-Balad’s website, and fans can tune in to 102.5 The Game to hear Max Herz and Hal Gill call the action. Stay tuned for roster announcements as the anticipation builds for this engaging preseason clash.
