David Poile handles the Nashville Predators like they’re The Goonies; the Goonies never say “die.” If there’s even the slightest inkling the Preds can make the playoffs in a given year, no matter how far-fetched it seems, Poile will go full Han Solo, scream “NEVER TELL ME THE ODDS” at the fanbase and writers, and go light-speed-ahead towards a playoff push.
This season likely won’t be any different. If the Predators are anywhere in the playoff conversation come March — regardless of what conventional wisdom says he should do — Poile is going to keep this team intact, and perhaps even add some pieces to help their chances.