Lightning Clash with Preds in October 28 Game Day Showdown
The Nashville Predators are set to wrap up a five-game homestand when they take on the Tampa Bay Lightning on October 28. The matchup will be held at Bridgestone Arena with a special puck drop time of 6:45 p.m. CT, in coordination with staggered start times for all 32 NHL teams. This game comes after a weekend where the Predators achieved a shootout victory against the Los Angeles Kings but suffered a narrow loss to the Dallas Stars, ending with a score of 3-2.
Predators’ Homestand Performance
The Predators find themselves looking for one more victory to culminate their homestand positively. Currently, they have secured two wins and two losses during this stretch at home. Coach Andrew Brunette expressed optimism about the team’s morale and focus through the early season.
Coach’s Insights
Brunette commented on the strong team cohesion, stating, “I like the vibe, I like the feeling with the group.” He noted that despite the challenges, the players have remained positive and accountable to one another. Brunette believes that the team is building on their performance, feeling confident about their progress thus far.
Team Status and Player Updates
- Fedor Svechkov and Nick Blankenburg were scratched for Sunday’s game.
- Captain Roman Josi is currently week-to-week due to an upper-body injury.
- The Predators did not hold practice on Monday, following their weekend games.
The team is scheduled for a morning skate today to prepare for the Lightning showdown. A victory against Tampa Bay would provide a much-needed boost before heading into the next phase of the season.
