On the Forecheck · Jan 11, 2021
Nashville Predators 2021 Previews: The Defenders
Photo by Eliot J. Schechter/NHLI via Getty Images 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.
Photo by Andy Devlin/NHLI via Getty ImagesRoman Josi
2019-2020: GP: 69; G: 16; A: 49; P: 65; xGA/60: 2.3