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.

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

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

Filip Ekberg Skates for Team Sweden in WJC

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

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

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

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

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