Nashville Predators: Key Prospects to Take Next Step in 2021-22

Philip Tomasino

And now of course the prospect we all can’t get enough of; Philip Tomasino. There were even rumblings that Tomasino might get into the Predators lineup down the stretch of last season, but that playoff push kepth things intact.

If the Predators continued to fade into oblivion, then I think Tomasino would’ve gotten some NHL experience. Either way, there’s plenty of time for that.

Tomasino ended up being tied for the team lead in points with 32 for the Chicago Wolves in 2020-21. He just excels no matter what league or international tournament you put him in. Perhaps more AHL experience will be good for him initially, but I’m really thinking his next step is actually on the NHL stage. He’s that talented.

Again, this offseason and what the Predators do with the expansion draft, free agency and trades will really affect where Tomasino starts off in the Fall of 2021. I’m expecting him to be with the Milwaukee Admirals at the beginning, but the green light for him to be called up won’t be far off.

Tomasino will most likely be a main catalyst for the Admirals until he gets his much-anticipated NHL call up. Put him on a line with Filip Forsberg, please and thank you.