Predators Face Mammoth in December 29 Showdown
The upcoming showdown between the Nashville Predators and the Utah Mammoth on December 29 promises to be an exciting encounter. The game will test both teams’ strengths and skills as they compete for crucial points in the league.
Team Profiles: Predators vs. Mammoth
The Predators: Form and Key Players
The Nashville Predators come into the match with mixed results. Juuse Saros, despite his efforts, has a record of 14 wins, 12 losses, and 3 overtime losses in net. The standout players include:
- Ryan O’Reilly: Team leader with 32 points (11 goals, 21 assists)
- Filip Forsberg: 16 goals and 29 points
- Luke Evangelista: 20 assists and 25 points
- Steven Stamkos: 15 goals and 22 points
The Mammoth: Recent Performances
The Utah Mammoth last played on December 23, suffering a 1-0 defeat against Colorado. Their recent form has shown inconsistency, alternating between wins and losses in their past six games. Key players for the Mammoth include:
- Nick Schmaltz: 12 goals and 32 points
- Clayton Keller: 12 goals and 32 points
- Dylan Guenther: 16 goals and 30 points
- JJ Peterka: 14 goals and 27 points
The Mammoth will lean on Karel Vejmelka, with a record of 16 wins, 10 losses, and 2 overtime losses as their goaltender.
Historical Context
In terms of all-time meetings, the Predators have faced the Mammoth four times, achieving a record of 2 wins, 1 loss, and 1 overtime loss. Their most recent encounter occurred last season on April 10, 2025, where the Predators secured a victory in Salt Lake City. Juuse Saros made an impressive 39 saves that night, while Filip Forsberg scored the decisive goal during the shootout.
Milestone Watch
As the game approaches, several players are nearing personal milestones:
- Erik Haula is one assist away from 200.
- Steven Stamkos needs three goals for 600.
- Jonathan Marchessault is five assists short of 300.
- The Predators are also approaching their 2,100th game as a franchise.
Viewing Details
Fans looking to follow the action can tune in at 7:30 p.m. CT for the pregame show, hosted by Lyndsay Rowley on FanDuel Sports Network South. The game will be broadcasted with play-by-play commentary by Willy Daunic and Chris Mason. Additionally, Max Herz and Hal Gill will provide coverage on 102.5 The Game and the Predators Radio Network.
