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Author:  SabreWolf [ Thu Aug 12, 2010 4:56 pm ]
Post subject:  Nashville Predators on the rise?
I think this year could be another good one for the Nashville Predators (100 points+).

They got:
-got rid of Jason Arnott
-named Shea freaking Weber captain
-signed Matthew Lombardi as their top centre (big fan of that signing)
-got a young defenceman for free in Ryan Parent (through the Dan Hamhuis trade)
-if they figure out S.Kostitsyn's drama, he could be quite good.

But paper and reality are two different things, right Glen Sather (GM of the Rangers)?
Author:  Seanothan27 [ Thu Aug 12, 2010 6:00 pm ]
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If it weren't for that late collapse in game 2 vs the 'Hawks, I sincerely believe they would have won that series. I've liked Nashville for the last few years, I think they're ready to make some noise...

And even on paper, the Rangers still suck... :lol:
Author:  sabresrocker56 [ Thu Aug 12, 2010 6:03 pm ]
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Don't forget Pekka Rinne, who I feel has proved he's more than a one year wonder. Hornquivst is also a plus if he can get (or come close to) 30 goals again. Those points and the reemergence of one Steve Sullivan really help the idea that they might get past the first round, which, of course, is their major issue. Unfortunately, like you said, paper is different than reality. They also play in a competitive division. Really, before the season starts, it's a wait-and-see situation for all 30 teams.
Author:  Seanothan27 [ Thu Aug 12, 2010 6:05 pm ]
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I don't think it's a reach to say they'll challenge for first in the Central. :shhh:
Author:  Vanek_Fanatic_26 [ Thu Aug 12, 2010 6:11 pm ]
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The Preds have been on the rise for the past six years.

I'll hold my breath until they actually win a playoff series.
Author:  sabresrocker56 [ Thu Aug 12, 2010 6:14 pm ]
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Seanothan27 wrote:
I don't think it's a reach to say they'll challenge for first in the Central. :shhh:

You're probably not far off. They've had 100+ point seasons, Chicago blew their roster up (out of necessity), Detroit was up-and-down last year. It's a possibility. I don't know how likely, but anything's possible. The Sabres weren't supposed to win the division last year. Vanek_Fanatic brings up a good point though, and I mentioned it. They have yet to win a damn playoff series.
Author:  SabreWolf [ Thu Aug 12, 2010 6:14 pm ]
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Vanek_Fanatic_26 wrote:
The Preds have been on the rise for the past six years.

I'll hold my breath until they actually win a playoff series.


Too bad they can't spend to the cap, if they did, they would be a heavyweight contender.
Author:  CriminallyVu1gar [ Thu Aug 12, 2010 7:21 pm ]
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Author:  Timbo Slice [ Fri Aug 13, 2010 10:14 pm ]
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Nashville will win their division this year. They're pretty freaking good
Author:  ScottP [ Fri Aug 13, 2010 10:22 pm ]
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And Shea Weber is the man
Author:  Squanto [ Sat Aug 14, 2010 11:20 am ]
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Spent a lot of time with my cousin who lives in Nashville over the last couple days. He was telling me that the Preds are actually generating a little buzz. Just a little, and dwarfed by college football, but still more interest than he's seen since he's lived there.
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