Jordan Manning

Jordan Manning

Jordan is a contributor for Predlines, where he covers anything Nashville Predators related, and has been a writer for NHLTradeTalk since 2024. He runs a YouTube Channel called JordanTalksSmashville, where he shares analysis, trade rumors, and opinions on all things Preds. Currently majoring in journalism at FGCU, Jordan aims to build a long-term career writing in the NHL.

Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators draft pick Matthew Wood shakes hands with incoming general manager Barry Trotz after being selected with the fifteenth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Taking a Look at Trotz's Checklist for the 2025 NHL Draft and Nashville Predators

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Feb 18, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne (35) celebrates with defenseman Roman Josi (59) and Shea Weber (6) after a win against the Boston Bruins at Bridgestone Arena. The Predators won 2-0. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Nashville Predators' All Time Greatest Draft Selections from Every Round

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May 8, 2021; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Erik Haula (56) celebrates after an empty net goal during the third period against the Carolina Hurricanes at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

What goes around comes around; Nashville Predators acquire Erik Haula from Devils

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Oct 21, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Nashville Predators left wing Gustav Nyquist (14) celebrates the goal of center Tommy Novak (82) against the San Jose Sharks during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Revisiting Every Nashville Predators Trade From the 2024-25 Season

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Apr 16, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Nashville Predators defenseman Justin Barron (20) celebrates his goal with his teammates against the Dallas Stars during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

3 Offseason paths the Nashville Predators can take and the Impact of Each

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Feb 28, 2025; Chestnut Hill, MA, USA; Boston College forward James Hagens (10) shoots the puck against the University of New Hampshire Wildcats during the third period at Conte Forum. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

The pros and cons of drafting James Hagens if he slides down to Nashville Predators

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Filip Ekberg Skates for Team Sweden in WJC

Two underrated NHL Draft Gems the Nashville Predators can’t afford to overlook

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Aug 2, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; Canada's goaltender Joshua Ravensbergen (1) makes a glove save against Finland during the first period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Nashville Predators need their Askarov Replacement, Draft Joshua Ravensbergen

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Mar 14, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Nashville Predators center Ryan O'Reilly (90) skates against the Anaheim Ducks during the third period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Ryan Sun-Imagn Images

NHL Analyst Proposes 3 Offseason Trades Nashville Predators Should Consider

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Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators incoming general manager Barry Trotz announces the twenty fourth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

How the Nashville Predators could swing a deal for San Jose’s No. 2 Pick in 2025 NHL Draft

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Mar 25, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Nashville Predators right wing Luke Evangelista (77) goes past the fans on his way to the ice for the the warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Projecting the cost of Re-Signing Luke Evangelista and other Nashville Predators on expiring deals

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Apr 14, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Utah Hockey Club goaltender Matt Villalta (31) blocks a shot by Nashville Predators center Jonathan Marchessault (81) during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Nashville Predators ignite first real rivalry with the Utah Mammoth

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Apr 11, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Minnesota Wild center Marco Rossi (23) against the Calgary Flames during the third period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

A power move proposal for the Nashville Predators to offer sheet Marco Rossi from Wild

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Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators draft pick Tanner Molendyk puts on a hat after being selected with the twenty fourth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Tanner Molendyk Shines in Juniors: How will his Adjustment to AHL Look for Nashville Predators?

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Teammates congratulate Milwaukee Admirals right wing Joakim Kemell (25) on his goal during the first period of their game Saturday, February 10, 2024, at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Joakim Kemell’s Roster Chances for Nashville Predators: Can He Make the Cut?

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Jan 14, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (59) skates with the puck against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Who Are the Best Playoff Players in Nashville Predators History?

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