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Going Back With The Yak: Yakov Trenin on the POP Dec 14, 2023

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Preds winger Yakov Trenin joins the podcast (14:45) to discuss his hockey journey from Chelyabinsk, Russia to the NHL, his game-winning goal in the final minute against the Avs last month, his signature celebrations, and more!

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap two big Preds wins over Montreal and Philly, let you know how you can help those affected by the tornadoes in Tennessee last weekend with the Predators Foundation, and our interviews of the week.

As always, use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter. And visit NashvillePredators.com/Podcast to listen to the latest episode & subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Spotify and more.

The BoroCop & Backhanded Compliments: Mark Borowiecki, Preds Pro Development Coach, on the POP Dec 08, 2023

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Recently-retired former Preds defenseman Mark Borowiecki joins the show (15:20) to discuss his new role with the team as professional player development coach. Borowiecki tells us what his role entails, why it's a good fit for him, and how he helps Preds players "find their superpower."

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap three straight Preds wins including a fun night for Ryan McDonagh against his former team in a 5-1 win over the Lightning at Bridgestone Arena.

Plus, Cole Smith has trouble with his landlord, Darth Nyquist needs acting lessons, Yakov Trenin takes you Christmas shopping, and plenty of holiday celebrations coming up in Smashville!

A Streak & A Shrink: Vickie Woosley on the POP, Preds Director of Performance Psychology Dec 02, 2023

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Vickie Woosley, the Predators Director of Performance Psychology & Team Behavioral Health Clinician, joins the podcast (14:00) to discuss her role with the team, helping players like Mark Borowiecki & Connor Ingram, how psychologists help sports teams perform, her two decades in the FBI, and mental health advocacy.

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Preds six game winning streak, including wins over the Blackhawks, Avs, Jets and Pens. Plus, we tell you our favorite pictures from the Predators 2024 team dog calendar and which teammate the players would unanimously take on a deserted island.

A Poile Family Thanksgiving: Longtime Preds GM David Poile on the POP Nov 17, 2023

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Longtime Predators general manager David Poile joins the POP (9:20) before he's honored in Smashville this week. Interview topics include watching games as a fan in retirement with his family, the Tanner Jeannot trade, and retroactive trade advice from his eight-year-old grandson.

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Preds losses to the Coyotes and Ducks, look ahead to the Women's Collegiate Hockey Showcase in Smashville, and get you set for Pickleball Night at Bridgestone Arena!

In our interview of the week, Preds goalies Juuse Saros and Kevin Lankinen tell us which tendies did the splits at their respective weddings in Finland this summer and who ripped their pants on the dance floor. Plus, Kara gets a shoutout from her hero Mason Ramsey.

Marc New Guy-Zo: Preds Defenseman Marc Del Gaizo on the POP Nov 10, 2023

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Predators defenseman Marc Del Gaizo joins the POP (13:40) after making his NHL debut this week. Interview topics include his hockey playing family, working with Mark Borowiecki this offseason and how that led to his NHL debut, and his college hockey national championship at UMass.

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' road trip, finishing with a 1-4 record, and look ahead to a five-game homestand and nine of the next 10 games at home in Smashville.

Plus, Jeremy Lauzon signs an autograph for a fan in the penalty box and we dip back into Luke Evangelista's hockey dictionary.

Jaw Dropping & World Traveling: Preds Winger Sammy Fagemo & Oral Surgeon Dr. Spencer Haley on the POP Nov 04, 2023

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Nashville Predators winger Sammy Fagemo concludes his first month with the team by joining the Predators Official Podcast (24:00).

Nashville claimed Fagemo, a 23-year-old Swedish winger, off waivers from the Los Angeles Kings at the end of the preseason, and he scored a goal in his Preds debut on October 21 against the San Jose Sharks. Interview topics include Fagemo living in four different countries during his father Linus Fagemo's pro hockey career, having his mom Lenda & brother William in Nashville seeing him play in the NHL in person for the first time, his experience playing for his hometown Swedish team Frolunda, and joining the Predators from the Kings a week before opening night in Smashville.

BONUS GUEST Dr. Spencer Haley, the Predators' team oral surgeon, joins the show (8:50) to discuss Gus Nyquist's "detoothification" in Seattle, his role with the team and some incredible stories from his time operating on Preds' mouths.

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the Predators' overtime win over the Leafs and Ryan O'Reilly's 1000th NHL game in Vancouver. Plus, we get you ready for two big Predators Foundation events this month: Bruno & Friends Bowling on Wednesday, Nov. 15, and David Poile's Retirement Luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 21.

And, as always, our interviews of the week! Use #PredsPodcast to send in your questions and comments on Twitter.

The Sudbury Mafia & Shoresy: Preds Assistant Coach Derek MacKenzie Oct 27, 2023

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Predators assistant coach Derek MacKenzie joins the POP (13:20) as he concludes his first month on the Nashville coaching staff. MacKenzie discusses his longstanding relationship with fellow Sudbury, Ontario native Andrew Brunette, playing junior hockey with former Preds captain Mike Fisher on his hometown Sudbury Wolves, coaching the Wolves last season and being part of their 'Shoresy' night, his coaching role & philosophies and more!

Kara Hammer and Max Herz recap the many highlights of the Preds' 5-1 win over the Sharks including equipment manager Pete Rogers' broken stick heroics and Kiefer Sherwood's Gordie Howe hat trick.

Predators team reporter Emma Lingan joins the show to discuss her new article about Smashville's 'Department of Goaltending Excellence.'

Plus, Kara discovers the identity of her mysterious Wyoming gunslinger and defenseman Alex Carrier vows to pick on someone his own size.

Horse Hockey & A Hockey Horse: Gus Nyquist on the POP Oct 20, 2023

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New Predators winger Gus Nyquist joins the podcast (17:30) to discuss the Kentucky Derby-winning horse named after him and answer your fan questions.

Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap Mattias Ekholm's return to Smashville with the Oilers and the Preds' 4-1 win over the Rangers.

We also highlight many of the upcoming Preds Foundation charity initiatives and events you can be a part of, and have some fun with celebrity Preds fan Mason Ramsey.

Backbone & Smiles: New Preds GM Barry Trotz on the POP Oct 13, 2023

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Kara Hammer & Max Herz recap the first two regular season games, including a 3-0 shutout win in the home opener against the Kraken.

New Predators general manager Barry Trotz joins the podcast as he begins his first season in management (12:15). Interview topics with Trotz include his return to Nashville after 10 years coaching other NHL teams, his expectations for his first season as GM, how Luke Evangelista & Phil Tomasino took the path he gave them to make the opening night roster, and Garth Brooks.

Max spent a period in the Predators' newly-renovated video room with video coach Lawrence Feloney & video coordinator Andrew Meloche, getting an inside look at an integral part of the team's coaching staff.

Plus, Juuse Saros' TV commercial with Ryan O'Reilly is a smash hit, shutout machine #NoGoals, and Hal Gill goofs around.

Tweet us anytime with your questions, comments, and/or Zamboni popcorn tubs with #PredsPodcast for your chance to win autographed Preds gear!

ROR on the POP! New Preds Forward Ryan O'Reilly Oct 05, 2023

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Former Conn Smythe & Selke winner Ryan O'Reilly signed a four year deal with the Predators this summer, and he joins the POP during his first preseason with the team (10:10), discussing living with his brother Cal O'Reilly and his family during training camp, his love of music as he arrives in Smashville and playing with Filip Forsberg & Juuso Parssinen.

Kara Hammer and Max Herz discuss the final week of preseason camp and the addition of winger Samuel Fagemo off waivers from the Kings.

Plus, opening weekend watch party and Gold Walk plans and your Twitter questions!