The Predators have re-signed defenseman Marc Del Gaizo to a two-way contract, per a team announcement. The restricted free agent will earn a $775K salary if on the NHL roster next season and $125K in the AHL, Alex Daugherty of The Tennessean reports. Del Gaizo, 25 next month, was a fourth-round pick of the Preds in 2019. He made his NHL debut last season, recording three … [Read more...] about Predators Re-Sign Marc Del Gaizo To Two-Way Deal
Salary Cap Deep Dive: Nashville Predators
Navigating the salary cap is one of the most important tasks for a front office. Teams that can avoid total cap chaos by walking the tightrope of inking players to deals that match their value (or compensate for future value without breaking the bank) remain successful. Those that don’t often see struggles and front office changes. PHR will look at every NHL team and give a … [Read more...] about Salary Cap Deep Dive: Nashville Predators
Predators’ Decision To Extend Juuse Saros Was An Easy One
The Nashville Predators were doomed for a goalie logjam the moment they selected Yaroslav Askarov in the first round of the 2020 NHL Draft. That’s since come to fruition, with Askarov outgrowing his box and demanding a trade to the San Jose Sharks, following Nashville’s long-term signing of starter Juuse Saros. Predators general manager Barry Trotz spoke intimately about the … [Read more...] about Predators’ Decision To Extend Juuse Saros Was An Easy One
Prospect Notes: Skinner, Morello, Armstrong
Former pro Brett Skinner has stepped into the role of general manager for the USHL’s Fargo Force, succeeding Cary Eades, who’s served in the role since 2015. Eades will stay as Fargo’s assistant general manager, while Skinner will also continue his duties as Fargo’s head coach. Eades has a storied career through USA Hockey, serving in various coaching and managerial roles … [Read more...] about Prospect Notes: Skinner, Morello, Armstrong
Predators Hire Matt Donovan In AHL Assistant Role
The Predators have hired former NHLer Matt Donovan as an assistant coach for their AHL affiliate, the Milwaukee Admirals, per a press release from the team. Donovan, 34, played parts of four seasons in the NHL, wrapping it up with a two-game stint in Nashville in 2018-19. Most of his career was spent in the AHL, where he suited up for the Admirals in 2018-19, 2019-20 and … [Read more...] about Predators Hire Matt Donovan In AHL Assistant Role