Nashville Predators Offseason: Quirky Thanksgiving Edition

NASHVILLE, TN - DECEMBER 4: Filip Forsberg #9 of the Nashville Predators celebrates his goal against the Boston Bruins during an NHL game at Bridgestone Arena on December 4, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by John Russell/NHLI via Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TN - DECEMBER 4: Filip Forsberg #9 of the Nashville Predators celebrates his goal against the Boston Bruins during an NHL game at Bridgestone Arena on December 4, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by John Russell/NHLI via Getty Images)
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Nashville Predators GM David Poile  (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
Nashville Predators GM David Poile  (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

The chef of the meal

Any good Thanksgiving dinner needs a good cook, and GMDP is ours. Like a cook who meticulously preps the turkey and others dishes, be it brining, smoking, frying, baking, or whatever efforts it may take, Poile is constantly trying to make the meal that is the Predators roster, better.

Sometimes when it’s all said and done, the turkey falls a little flat, the rolls don’t rise, and the mashed potatoes come out a little bland/under-seasoned, and the cook is disappointed it doesn’t meet expectations. Still, they come back year after year, trying to perfect the recipes and process. So when you give thanks this Thanksgiving, be sure to show some love to anyone and everyone who has a hand in making the meal, and do your best to enjoy the day like a good fan should.

May your Thanksgiving be a great one complete with a Stanley Cup-worthy meal surrounded by your teammates, whether they are family or friends, in person or virtual, and may you stay safe during the madness that can be offseason trades and acquisitions (Black Friday).