Coyotes bankruptcy takes toll across NHL Oct 17, 2009
1998 Nashville Predators. 1999 Atlanta Thrashers. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Business of hockey: Issues to watch Oct 17, 2009
Tampa Bay Lightning owners Len Barrie and Oren Koules remain at odds; New York Islanders owner Charles Wang continues to battle for support for an arena renovation; Florida Panthers owner Alan Cohen is looking to sell the team after years of mounting losses; Dallas Stars owner Tom Hicks has lenders breathing down his neck; Atlanta Thrashers ownership group the Atlanta Spirit is seeking outside investors; and an ownership piece of the Nashville Predators remains tied up in bankruptcy court. How... (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Kopecky helps Blackhawks slip past Predators Oct 16, 2009
Final Score: Chicago 3, Nashville 1 Nashville, TN (Sports Network) - Tomas Kopecky's goal early in the second period proved to be the difference, as the Chicago Blackhawks downed the Nashville Predators, 3-1, in a battle between these two Central Division foes at the Sommet Center. Duncan Keith and Dustin Byfuglien each had a goal for the Blackhawks, who have won four in a row. (ABC 7 News, DC)
A point well-earned Oct 15, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Thu, Oct 15, 2009 02:00 AMModified Thu, Oct 15, 2009 12:23 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Sabres' Miller gains recognition for masterful start in net Oct 13, 2009
Others receiving votes: Buffalo Sabres, 22; Detroit Red Wings, 12; Colorado Avalanche, 6; Nashville Predators 2; Boston Bruins 1. Most Valuable Player ranking. (USA Today -- Sports)
Boy's Miracle impression more thana 'Net sensation Oct 10, 2009
He repeated it in a new video from the NHL's Nashville Predators' dressing room with the team's mascot. Sacco received a rousing cheer after the team showed it Thursday night during the first period of the Predators' home opener. (MSNBC -- Sports)
'Miracle' 5-year old replicates clip for Predators Oct 9, 2009
5-year Josh Sacco who did 'Miracle' video on YouTube replicates feat for Nashville Predators - ESPN. Updated: October 9, 2009, 1:16 AM ET. (ESPN -- NHL)
Heatley records hat trick in home debut as Sharks top Jackets Oct 9, 2009
Nashville, TN (Sports Network) - Patric Hornqvist scored two goals 2:17 apart in the third period, as the Nashville Predators opened the home portion of their schedule with a 3-2 win over the Colorado Avalanche. Jason Arnott registered a goal and an assist for Nashville, which began its season with a 3-2 shootout victory at Dallas on Saturday. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Predators ready to take ice in home opener Oct 8, 2009
After a somewhat surprising win in Dallas Saturday night, the Nashville Predators return to the Sommet Center for their home opener against the Colorado Avalanche at 7 p.m. Thursday. The Predators have had only four wins in Dallas in the franchise s 11-year history, so coming home with a 3-2 shootout victory was a great way to open the season. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
National Hockey League Game Capsules Oct 4, 2009
Dallas, TX (Sports Network) - Michael Santorelli beat Marty Turco with a wrister in the final round of the shootout, as the Nashville Predators edged the Dallas Stars, 3-2, in the season opener for both clubs at American Airlines Center ... Michael Santorelli beat Marty Turco with a wrister in the final round of the shootout, as the Nashville Predators edged the Dallas Stars, 3-2, in the season opener for both clubs at American Airlines Center. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Santorelli lifts Nashville over Dallas in shootout Oct 4, 2009
Dallas, TX (Sports Network) - Michael Santorelli beat Marty Turco with a wrister in the final round of the shootout, as the Nashville Predators edged the Dallas Stars, 3-2, in the season opener for both clubs at American Airlines Center. Mike Ribeiro's backhander in the second round of the shootout put Dallas up by one. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Ryan O'Reilly set to make NHL regular-season debut Thursday for Avalanche Oct 1, 2009
Like his older brother, Cal, 23, who appears on the Nashville Predators' roster, the NHL is "a natural progression and a very deserving one," Brian O'Reilly said. "It's definitely something that you expect in the sense that they've always set goals and they've always achieved them. This is no different," Brian O'Reilly said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Bankruptcy Judge Rejects Both Bids to Buy Coyotes Oct 1, 2009
Previous efforts to purchase the Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators also fell through. The league offered $140 million to buy the team and try to resell it, first to a purchaser to keep the team in Arizona. (ABC 7 News, DC)
NHL preview: Western Conference Sep 30, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. Charles Cherney Blackhawks goaltender Cristobal Huet. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Friday Follies From Waterlogged Thrasherville Sep 26, 2009
If you were anywhere near section 111 Wednesday night as the Thrashers were busy beating the Nashville Predators, you were probably taken aback at the sight of a grown, educated, professional young man jivin his way across row F.. What was happening here was the Crabb Dance being performed by the own RazorCatchPrey. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
'Dogs' Game At College Of Charleston To Be Featured On SportSouth Sep 25, 2009
6 million cable and satellite television households in seven states in the Southeast and are the television home of the Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Hawks, Carolina Hurricanes, Charlotte Bobcats, Memphis Grizzlies and the Nashville Predators, as well as the Atlantic Coast Conference, and the Southeastern Conference. SportSouth reaches more than 9. (Samfordsports.com)
Experts' plans » Sep 24, 2009
Detroit Red Wings New Jersey Devils New York Islanders New York Rangers Philadelphia Flyers Pittsburgh Penguins Boston Bruins Buffalo Sabres Montreal Canadiens Ottawa Senators Toronto Maple Leafs Carolina Hurricanes Tampa Bay Lightning Nashville Predators Washington Capitals. Toronto Coyotes Minnesota Wild Chicago Blackhawks St, Louis Blues Columbus Blue Jackets Calgary Flames Colorado Avalanche Edmonton Oilers Saskatoon Thrashers Dallas Stars Los Angeles Kings Anaheim Ducks Vancouver Canucks... (ESPN -- NHL)
Canes send five to Albany, trim roster to 27 Sep 24, 2009
But there were also a few too many poor passes, sloppy turnovers and defensive lapses that added up to a 4-2 loss to the Nashville Predators at the RBC Center. There's nothing new about a little training-camp optimism. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Coach Anderson Said What? Sep 24, 2009
Soin Chris Vivlamores write up of Wednesday nights 5-4 preseason win over the Nashville Predators. I thought he played really well, Anderson said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Antropov dazzles in preseason win Sep 24, 2009
Gregory Smith, AP Thrashers left wing Dan Fritsche (16) celebrates with Tgoaltender Ondrej Pavelec, right, of the Czech Republic, after the Thrashers' 5-4 win against the Nashville Predators ... For the second exhibition game in a row, the prized free-agent acquisition of the offseason shined for the Thrashers with a goal and an assist in the team's 5-4 win over the Nashville Predators on Wednesday night at Philips Arena. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Pavelec Appears To Have The Upper Hand Sep 23, 2009
Wednesday night, per C-Vivs twitter, young Ondrej Pavelec will start in goal against the Nashville Predators. Itll be his second start of the preseason and follows up his impressive performance in Tampa last Friday night where he stopped 29 of the 30 shots he faced in regulation32 of 34 overall. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ryan fighting for spot with Canes Sep 23, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Tue, Sep 22, 2009 02:00 AMModified Tue, Sep 22, 2009 11:56 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Predators feast on Hurricanes Sep 19, 2009
But there were also a few too many poor passes, sloppy turnovers, defensive lapses, mishandled pucks and missed opportunities on the power play, and it all added up to a 4-2 loss to the Nashville Predators at the RBC Center. More Sports. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hurricanes scoreboard Sep 19, 2009
Forward Michael Santorelli had a goal and assist as the Nashville Predators edged the Carolina Hurricanes 4-2 Friday in the Canes' preseason opener at the RBC Center. Updated: Sep. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Coyotes owner wants NHL ordered to mediation Sep 18, 2009
The Canadian, co-CEO of Research in Motion _ the company that makes the Blackberry, has failed in previous attempts to buy the Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators. The league agrees that Hamilton is a thriving hockey market and says the city would be considered for expansion. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Waddell, Thrashers Giving Max Effort Building Roster Sep 18, 2009
The Thrashers dropped there first preseaon game to the Nashville Predators by a score of 5-0 Thursday night. I warn you though that theboxscore isfouled up a bit case in point, it shows Slava Kozlov playing, though he did not. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
On ACC ALL ACCESS This Week: Starting On Thursday, September 17 Sep 16, 2009
The regional sports networks serving the Southeast - FOX Sports South, FOX Sports Carolinas and FOX Sports Tennessee - collectively reach more than 12 million cable and satellite television households in seven states in the Southeast and are the television home of the Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Hawks, Carolina Hurricanes, Charlotte Bobcats, Memphis Grizzlies and the Nashville Predators, as well as the Atlantic Coast Conference and the Southeastern Conference. SportSouth reaches more than nine... (Theacc.com)
Ex-Thrasher Heatley traded Sep 13, 2009
FILE - In this Feb. 16, 2009, file photo, Ottawa Senators left wing Dany Heatley (15) fires a puck past Nashville Predators defenseman Greg Zanon (5) during the second period of an NHL Hockey game in Nashville, Tenn. The Senators traded Heatley and a fifth-round pick in the draft on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009, to the San Jose Sharks for Milan Michalek, Jonathan Cheechoo and a second-round pick. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Auction closes Sep 12, 2009
The co-CEO of Research in Motion, the company that makes the Blackberry, already has failed in attempts to buy the Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators. "I'm going to respect the judge's decision, as I have all of his decisions in the past," Balsillie said. (AZCentral -- Sports)
AllanMuirInside The NHL A bold trade for Phil Kessel is just what the Predators need. Sep 12, 2009
Nashville Predators need to makeserious run at Phil Kessel - Allan Muir - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Judge raises option of rejecting both Coyotes bids Sep 11, 2009
The board said it found Balsillie to be untrustworthy, based on the Canadian Blackberry mogul's previous failed attempts to buy the Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators, as well as his Coyotes dealings. The judge also would have to set a relocation fee that would have to be paid to the league to move the team. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hudler's disputed move to Moscow approved Sep 10, 2009
Tensions increased when Nashville Predators forward Alex Radulov walked out on his contract to sign a three-year deal with KHL team Salavat Yulayev Ufa in July 2008. Although the IIHF ruled that Radulov was at fault, it said it had no legal basis to suspend him because Russia had not signed an international accord. (MSNBC -- Sports)
8 years prison, $67.4M restitution for Del Biaggio Sep 9, 2009
In February Del Biaggio pleaded guilty to charges that he used the money to pay off gambling debts and live lavishly, including buying a stake in the Nashville Predators NHL team. Del Biaggio, who with his father also co-founded San Jose's Heritage Bank of Commerce in the 1990s, agreed in December to a settlement over a separate civil suit filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Former Sharks co-owner gets 8 years for fraud Sep 9, 2009
Federal prosecutors said Del Biaggio defrauded numerous people to obtain and guarantee loans of about $100 million in connection with various ventures, including the purchase of a $25 million stake in the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League. Del Biaggio improperly obtained and falsified brokerage account statements to give the appearance that he owned securities that he did not own, authorities said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
NHL Doesn't Trust RIM Chief Balsillie to Own a Team, League Lawyer Says Sep 3, 2009
In 2007, Balsillie tried to buy and move the Nashville Predators. The league claims Balsillie agreed to buy the team as is, where is, but later withdrew after the NHL owners refused to first give him permission to move the team under certain circumstances. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Judge in Coyotes case biding time as season nears Sep 3, 2009
NHL owners in July unanimously rejected Balsillie, citing concerns about his character after he walked away from a deal to buy the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2006, and tangled with the league a year later when he tried to move the Nashville Predators to Hamilton. Balsillie's legal team says the NHL's reasons are a cover up and its real motive is to protect the territorial rights of the Toronto Maple Leafs. (AZCentral -- News)
Former Irish Hockey Great, Stanley Cup Champion Mark Eaton... Sep 1, 2009
Eaton was traded from the Flyers to the Nashville Predators on Sept. 29, 2000. While playing for the Predators in 2003-04, he set the franchise record for plus/minus at +16. (Und.com)
Behind the BlackBerry Boss's Hockey Brawl Aug 27, 2009
The league is wary because he came close to acquiring the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2006 and the Nashville Predators in 2007 but backed out late in the process both times. League governors also don't like that Moyes and Balsillie negotiated a deal under the cover of a bankruptcy proceeding without consulting them. (BusinessWeek)
Reinsdorf Out, NHL In As Possible Buyer Of Coyotes Aug 26, 2009
Balsillie has failed in previous efforts to buy the Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (CBS News)
Canadian sets Sept. 14 deadline for Coyotes deal Aug 26, 2009
Balsillie has made failed attempts to purchase the Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators. Glendale cited a ruling in the Penguins case that upheld the validity of the lease. (FOX 11, AZ)
NHL's Rejection Shouldn't Torpedo Balsillie's Coyotes Bid, Filing Contends Aug 22, 2009
The Silicon Valley venture capitalist , who got the hockey leagues blessing to buy the NHLs Nashville Predators after Balsillie dropped out of the bidding, pleaded guilty to fraud charges in connection with financing his purchase of the team, according to the filing. Federal officials accused Del Biaggio of tricking lenders into giving him $100 million for ventures that included purchasing a stake in the franchise, according to charging documents filed in December. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Canes shut out Aug 20, 2009
"The big-market teams are well represented. But Versus also will televise games involving the Nashville Predators and Columbus Blue Jackets."I guess what we will have to do is get them to put us on -- in the playoffs," Rutherford said. "We were part of the increase in their [playoff] ratings this past season. We'll do our best to see we're on again in April and May. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Team USA staffer Chelios, 47, still looking for ice time Aug 19, 2009
If Nashville Predators defenseman Ryan Suter makes the 2010 U.S. Olympic hockey team, he merely will be taking over the family business ... "He gets a lot of respect," Nashville Predators defenseman said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Balsillie asks court to look into NHL probe Aug 14, 2009
Owners said their decision was based on Balsillie's behavior when he previously tried to buy the Nashville Predators and the Pittsburgh Penguins. Since the vote, the NHL has asked Judge Baum to throw out Balsillie's bid. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Jacobs leads move against Balsillie Aug 9, 2009
The owners say their opinion is based on Balsillie s behavior in earlier attempts to purchase the Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators. We voted to deny approval to Mr. Balsillie because we concluded he lacks the good character and integrity required of a new owner [under NHL bylaws] , said Jacobs, chairman of the league s board of governors. (Boston Globe)
Sports news briefs: 8/9/09 Aug 9, 2009
The owners say their opinion is based on Balsillie's behavior in earlier attempts to purchase the Penguins in 2006 and Nashville Predators. The board, made up of a representative from each NHL team, voted 26-0 against Balsillie's application. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Jeremy Roenick expected to retire Aug 5, 2009
San Jose Sharks center Jeremy Roenick (27) skates with the puck during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Nashville Predators in San Jose, Calif. in this Nov. 11, 2008 file photo. (Helena Independent Record)
Buying into Boots: The rise and fall of an NHL wannabe Jul 31, 2009
I ve got to tell you, said Del Biaggio, who d bought the Nashville Predators from Leipold in late 2007, I lied to you. What are you talking about. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Newton youth hockey skaters in Annual Ace Bailey Got Skills National Invitational Jul 22, 2009
The Western Conference Finals took place on Saturday with skaters representing the Anaheim Ducks, Chicago Black Hawks, Columbus Blue Jackets and Nashville Predators. On Sunday the winners from the Eastern Conference competed against the winners from the Western Conference in their individual skill events. (Newton Tab, MA)
TRANSACTIONS Jul 16, 2009
NASHVILLE PREDATORS Signed F Ben Guite to a one-year contract. Agreed to terms with F Ryan Maki on a one-year contract. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Nichol moves from Predators to Sharks Jul 16, 2009
Nichol spent the past four seasons with the Nashville Predators, scoring 10 points in 43 games last season while missing extensive playing time with a concussion. The 34-year-old agitator is entering his eighth full NHL season, previously playing with Buffalo, Calgary and Chicago. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Canes set exhibition schedule Jul 11, 2009
The Hurricanes will play a pair of games each against the Nashville Predators and the Atlanta Thrashers. Carolina opens against Nashville at the RBC Center on Sept. 18. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Red Wings lose Hudler Jul 10, 2009
Hudler's deal comes roughly a year after Nashville Predators forward Alexander Radulov bolted from the last year of his contract for a deal with then-KHL champion Salavat Yulayev Ufa. Radulov's deal raised hackles in the NHL but no formal agreement has been hammered out between the two leagues to handle players who wish to sign between them. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Former Billerica resident brings Stanley Cup to Ipswich River Park in North Reading Jul 9, 2009
Fitzgerald played for seven different NHL teams during his career, including The New York Islanders, Florida Panthers, Colorado Avalanche, Nashville Predators, Chicago Blackhawks, Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins. The public is invited to come see the cup at IRP and take a picture with it. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Thrashers 2009 Preseason Schedule Jul 7, 2009
Preseason Schedule Thursday Sept. 17 @ Nashville Predators 8:00 pm eastern Friday Sept 18 @ Tampa Bay Lightning 7:30 pm eastern Monday September 21 vs. Carolina Hurricanes 7:00 pm eastern Wednesday September 23 vs. Nashville Predators 7:00 pm eastern Friday September 25 @ Carolina Hurricanes 7:00 pm eastern Sunday September 27 vs. Tampa Bay Lightning 5:00 pm eastern. Prospect Games Monday September 14 vs. Nashville Predators 7:00 pm eastern TuesdaySeptember 15 vs.... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Preds resign two key players Jul 3, 2009
In somewhat of a surprise, the Nashville Predators resigned their top two free agent s after Wednesday s free agent deadline had passed and they had become available to all 29 other NHL teams ... The 29-year-old Fiddler had 11 goals and six assists in 77 games last season for the Nashville Predators. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Former All-American, L.A. Kings Goalie Jon Quick Named To U.S. Olympic Training Team Jul 2, 2009
Nashville Predators), as well as forwards David Backes (Minneapolis, Minn. St. (Umassathletics.com)
USA Hockey invites 34 to 2010 camp Jul 1, 2009
"Five players who will be in attendance in August have Olympic experience, including three-time Olympian of the . He is joined by two-time Olympians of the and defenseman . Olympic hopefuls The invitees include a Vezina Trophy winner (Tim Thomas) and two recent Stanley Cup winners (Brooks Orpik, Rob Scuderi). The oldest is Mike Modano, at age 39; the youngest is Patrick Kane, who will turn 21 in November. Position Player NHL team G Ryan Miller Buffalo Sabres G Jonathan Quick L.A. Kings G Tim... (ESPN -- NHL)
Three Black Hawks take wing in NHL draft Jun 29, 2009
The third-year Black Hawk and 2008-2009 team captain was called by the Nashville Predators in the fourth round with the 98th overall pick. The only Waterloo players ever selected sooner were Peter Ferraro (24th) and his twin brother Chris (85th) by the New York Rangers in 1992. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Predators thrilled with draft results Jun 28, 2009
On Friday night, the Nashville Predators picked Ryan Ellis, an 18 year old defenseman from Freelton, Ontario, with the 11th pick in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft in Montreal. Ellis is a member of the Windsor Spitfires team in the Ontario Hockey League that won the 2009 Memorial Cup title. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
2009 NHL Draft: Team-By-Team Selections Jun 28, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. 1 (30) Simon Despres, D, Saint John (QMJHL). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Complete team-by-team draft results Jun 28, 2009
2009 NHL Draft Team By Team. Article:2009 NHL Draft Team By Team:/n/a/2009/06/27/sports/s151603D03. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Walkers winning at life Jun 28, 2009
He once spent two weeks as the captain of the Nashville Predators. He won a silver medal with Team Canada at the World Championships in 1999. (News & Observer -- Sports)
2009 NHL Entry Draft Jun 27, 2009
8:44pm - #11 pick: The Nashville Predators select D Ryan Ellis from the Windsor Spitfire of the OHL.. 8:52pm The Minnesota Wild trade the 12th pick to the New York Islanders for the 16th, 77th and 182nd picks in 2009. (Suite101.com)
SCOUTING REPORTS: First-round picks and vitals Jun 27, 2009
Nashville Predators (from Minnesota Wild) ... Nashville Predators (from Ottawa Senators) ... Nashville Predators (from Toronto Maple Leafs). (USA Today -- Sports)
