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Nashville Predators: Early Season Standouts and Surprises

By Chad Minton

Nashville Predators right wing Mathieu Olivier (25) and Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy (5) exchange shoves after the whistle during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
Nashville Predators right wing Mathieu Olivier (25) and Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy (5) exchange shoves after the whistle during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports /
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As a whole the Nashville Predators are underperforming and coming up short, especially against the really good teams in the Central Division. But there’s still some time to right the ship.

There have been some players that have been pleasant surprises, along with some players who have stood out more than others. Even if that’s for better or worse.

Coming into the season the Predators had a new-look roster. Lots of departures from last season that had GM David Poile bring in a blend of veterans and up-and-comers.

We expected a youth movement of sorts over the offseason, but that never really came to fruition like many would’ve hoped. There’s still plenty of time for that to happen, though.

Time to check in on the players who are really sticking out for the Predators early on, as well as the players who are going to be big factors into getting this thing turned around as the team sits at 4-5-0.

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