Nashville Predators Holiday List – 25 Days of Predsmas: Week 4
For my Predator’s experience, the pre-game meal is crucial, and for me, there’s nothing better than Prince’s Hot Chicken Shack. There are MANY imitators, but Prince’s is the OG, and in this writer’s opinion, the very best of the best. My go to is usually the location in Nolensville: I order 5 medium tenders, a side of fries, and a coke.
If I had a favorite meal, this would be right up there competing for the top spot. I’m by no means seeking a sponsorship, but if they offered, I would write a weekly column singing the praises of this fine establishment.
To me, it’s more than a meal: it’s a Black-owned business that treats its customers like family, and they put out a high quality product. Every single time I walk in the door, I feel so welcomed by the staff.
They’re so incredibly kind and you can tell they put love into what they do.
The combination of the wonderful staff and the incredible food make it a MUST to experience, game day or not, but on game day, there’s nothing better than frequenting this fine and iconic Nashville establishment for Predators fans.
The Predators play in what I would consider the BEST arena in professional sports, Bridgestone Arena, but the location couldn’t be more perfect. I mean, just look at the picture above. You’ve got honkey tonks, bars, and eateries galore, and everything just seems to converge perfectly towards Bridgestone.
The big thing for me is the overall vibe on Broadway before and after a game, especially after a win, but even after a loss.
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The fans of the Predators are some of the best around, and after a win the celebration and energy that pours into Broadway is electric.
Even after a loss, there’s a sense of optimism and hope, a belief in the team that is unrelenting. That, to me, is a big part of what makes Smashville the special place that it is, and what makes the Predators fans truly incredible.
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Speaking of fans, where would we be without Cell Block 303? Section 303 is home to the rowdy and raucous captains of chaos: Cell Block 303. Ever wonder where the chants come from (or started)? Cell Block 303. Leading the fans in ripping the goalie (or sometimes the defenseman who snubbed your team *cough* Suter *cough*) is their specialty, but MANY of the other chants and taunts come from the section, and the Warden, Mark.
The Predators are known across the league for having some of the loudest and most passionate fans in the NHL, and that’s due in large part to this group of leaders that bring the energy night in and night out. You can’t be grateful this holiday season for such an amazing fanbase without shouting out where it all starts.
I would be remissed if I didn’t give special attention to the best PA in the business and the maestro virtuoso of the Predators: Paul McCann and Krazy Kyle. The combination of the two is truly elite, and what they contribute to the fan experience is second to none.
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If I could change Siri or Google’s voice to Paul’s, I would. I mean, I wish I had Paul as my daily alarm clock. You can’t hear that voice and NOT be energized and ready to rock. The enthusiasm and the passion are ever-present, and it’s why we can’t help but say “THANKS PAUL.” On the other end of this duo is Krazy Kyle. Tickling the ivories in music city is no easy task, but he does so masterfully, and gets the fans going in his own way. These two are truly special to the Predators fans’ experience.
Not every fan can make it into Bridgestone Arena on game day, and though we wish every game was a home game, there are away games too. When that is the case, the go-to play-by-play Broadcasters for me are Will Daunic and Chris Mason. Nevermind the fact that the FSTN broadcast is just better than NBC Sports (I mean, how many years will it take for NBC to get a SOG counter…we want SO LITTLE): these two make you feel like you’re in the arena, even when you’re watching from home.
Mason is a former Predator, and very deserving of our love for his playing career alone, and Willy is a Nashville sports staple in his own right, and the combination of the two is play-by-play magic. They make the game easy to understand, you always know where to be looking to never miss a second of the action, and they do their own thing to energize fans whether you’re at a watch party or on your couch. They are quintessential heralds for the Predators fans’ experience.