Jordan Manning

Jordan Manning

Joined: Apr 5, 2025

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.

Apr 12, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Michael Bunting (58) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Mapping out Michael Bunting's Uncertain Future with Nashville Predators

Apr 10, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Nashville Predators celebrate a goal against the Utah Hockey Club during the third period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Way-Too Early Opening Night Lineup Projections for Nashville Predators

Jul 7, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CANADA; Joakim Kemell after being selected as the number seventeen overall pick to the Nashville Predators in the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Ranking Nashville Predators Top Prospects by NHL Readiness

Apr 16, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators celebrate the win against the Dallas Stars during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Nashville Predators 2025-26 Schedule is Out: Games You Should Watch Out For

Jun 5, 2017; Nashville, TN, USA; Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne (35) is congratulated by teammates after beating the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-1 in game four of the 2017 Stanley Cup Final at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Rovak-Imagn Images

Where Are They Now: Nashville Predators' Notable Players from 2017 Stanley Cup Final

Jan 4, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Nashville Predators center Ryan O'Reilly (90) skates against the Calgary Flames during the third period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

The Pros and Cons of Nashville Predators keeping Ryan O'Reilly this season

Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman announces Brady Martin is selected as the fifth overall pick to the Nashville Predators in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

2025 Draftees eager to begin work in Smashville, Nashville Should Be Excited as Well

Apr 15, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Nicolas Hague (14) against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

3 Realistic Free Agency Signings Based on Nashville Predators Recent Moves

2025 NHL Draft

Predators Trade Down in Draft to Select a Goaltender Gem in Mid-Second Round

Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Cameron Reid is selected as the 21st overall pick to the Nashville Predators in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Predators shocked fans with bold draft-day trade for defenseman on Friday

Jun 26, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; NHL Draft 25 Los Angeles signage at the JW Marriott Los Angeles LA Live. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Final Predictions of who Nashville Predators Select at 5th Overall in 2025 NHL Draft

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

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

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

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

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