Nashville Predators: Four Players Who Could Be Traded Soon
By Rich Howe
Mattias Ekholm / Calle Jarnkrok
Mattias Ekholm and Calle Jarnkrok could be on the trade block but for different reasons than our previous two players. These two players have trade value that might be beneficial if GM David Poile decides to clean house.
Ekholm is in the final year of his contract and will become a free agent when this season concludes. He’s a solid defenseman with a cap-friendly contract who could be in a first defensive pairing role on any other team.
Jarnkrok is a quality forward who can play several positions. While he has hit his ceiling, he’s still a steady player and can be counted on to produce points. A team looking for a solid player that works hard and can score would do well to have Jarnkrok on their roster.
Unless the Predators turn things around quickly, they’re going to possibly become heavy sellers towards the end of the season. These players just mentioned all could be realistic trade pieces that will signal a full on rebuild for the Nashville Predators.