Nashville Predators Game Times: The West Coast Effect

The Nashville Predators late start times could be costing them new fans.

The state of California has a lot going for it. The weather is almost always great, no shortage of beaches, and some amazing food (fish tacos I’m looking at you). But the one thing that it has going against it? Its time zone results in some late starts for those not on the coast.

The NHL wants to maximize its viewing audience and in doing so may be causing the Nashville Predators to miss out on an opportunity to attract new fans – the young kids that miss the game entirely.

“I can say with certainty: Players can not stand these late starts. Coaches can not stand them. Most importantly, the fans can’t stand them.” – Pat…