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Nashville Predators 2021 Previews: The Defenders

On the Forecheck | January 11, 2021

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With the forward situation still in flux, we’re starting this season’s previews off with a look at the back end of the ice.

Shoring up a few glaring issues in the Nashville Predators’ defense was a key focus for GM David Poile this offseason. The departure of Dan Hamhuis, Korbinian Holzer, Matt Irwin, and Steve Santini (retirement, KHL, traded for Holzer, and Blues respectively) created opportunities to address defensive concerns. Familiar talent and a few smart signings may be the key to significant improvement at the blue line.

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Roman Josi

2019-2020: GP: 69; G: 16; A: 49; P: 65; xGA/60: 2.

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