Predators Single-Game Tickets For April On Sale Now

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Photo: Courtesy of the Nashville Predators

Tickets for Nashville Predators April home games are now on sale, which means that tickets for the entire 2021-2022 season are available for purchase.

The Predators have nine home games at Bridgestone Arena scheduled during the month of April. Three of the nine home games at Bridgestone Arena–Washington (April 2), Chicago (April 2), and St. Louis (April 17)–have been designated as Gold Games. Tickets for these matches will only be made available for purchase to fans who reside in the Nashville Predators’ television viewing area through single-game ticket on sales and ticket package purchases.

Throughout the 2021-22 season, the Nashville Predators will also offer fans a wide variety of single-game ticket promotions, including MTSU military and first responder specials, Golden U, Preds Golden Tickets, and more. Full details on all promotions and a full schedule of giveaways and theme games will be announced at a later date.

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Predators Continue To Slim Roster As Training Camp Winds Down

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David Farrance. Photo: Courtesy of the Nashville Predators

The Nashville Predators have announced the move of four players to the organizations AHL team in Milwaukee, slimming the roster down to just 28. The team cut the roster down to 33 on Monday (Oct. 4), leaving 16 forwards, nine defensemen and three goaltenders.

The Preds assigned forwards Tommy Novak and Anthony Richard; defenseman David Farrance; and goaltender Devin Cooley to Milwaukee. Defensemen Matt Donovan and Josh Healey have been released from their tryout agreements and will report to Milwaukee.

Today (Oct. 5), Nashville assigned forwards Matt Luff and Cole Smith and defensemen Frederic Allard and Matt Tennyson to Milwaukee (AHL). Forward Rem Pitlick was claimed on waivers by the Minnesota Wild.

The Preds will play two more preseason games, both against the Carolina Hurricanes tonight and on Saturday, Oct. 9. They will continue to cut the roster until they reach 23 players before the season-opener on Oct. 14 against the Seattle Kraken.

NHL Unveils Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series Logo

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The NHL has dropped the logo for next year’s Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series game between the Predators and the Tampa Bay Lightning. The game will be hosted in Nashville at Nissan Stadium on Feb. 26.

The stadium series logo was inspired by the neon signs that light up the numerous honkytonk bars of Nashville’s historic Downtown Broadway. The logo also features a neon guitar neck and headstock that showcase a guitar cord, Nashville script, and the three stars of the Tennessee state flag.

In the franchise’s first home outdoor game, the Preds will host the reigning back-to-back Stanley Cup Champions at Nissan Stadium. The Predators have also participated in a 2020 Winter Class against the Dallas Stars at the Cotton Bowl, which became the second-highest attended game in League history and saw more than 20,000 fans travel to Dallas.

February’s stadium series game will start at 6:30 p.m. CT and will be televised on TNT, Sportsnet and TVA Sports. Additional details related to the 2022 Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series, including ticketing information, will be announced at a later date.

Sabertooth Sports & Entertainment Partners With Austin Peay

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Sabertooth Sports & Entertainment is partnering with Austin Peay University Athletics to serve as the exclusive third-party ticket, premium and sponsorship sales agency for APSU-hosted varsity sporting events.

“Since the very early stages of SS&E’s formation, it has been our goal to pursue partnerships that will allow us to offer our services in such a way that organizations and events throughout Middle Tennessee are able to elevate their communities and promote economic development, just as the Predators, Bridgestone Arena and the Ford Ice Centers have done in Greater Nashville,” says Nashville Predators and SS&E President and CEO Sean Henry. “Through this exciting partnership with Austin Peay State University Athletics, we are thrilled to assist in furthering the growth of not only Austin Peay as a force in the collegiate athletics space, but also the growth of Clarksville, Tenn., as a vibrant city with a thriving economy.”

SS&E will manage sales endeavors for the APSU Governors’ football, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, baseball and softball games, and other similar events. Additionally, SS&E will be responsible for premium sales and other guest experiences, including suites, patron enhancements, parking, hospitality areas, plaza activations and concession sales. SS&E will also be charged with the responsibility of providing marketing and promotional support for social media, website, email or other marketing advertisements and media placements.

“Forging this partnership with SS&E is an exciting and innovative step for Austin Peay and its athletics department,” says Austin Peay State University President Mike Licari. “As this relationship grows and evolves, I believe we will improve our market presence and penetration, and increase the visibility of the Austin Peay brand. SS&E continues to be a great team to work with and I am particularly proud of Gerald Harrison and his team for their leadership and vision. I am excited that Smashville supports Stacheville.”

SS&E recently executed a multi-year naming rights agreement on behalf of the Montgomery County Event Center in Clarksville, Tennessee, with F&M Bank. The venue, which is now known as F&M Bank Arena, will serve as the home of Austin Peay State University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams. The venue is scheduled to open during the 2022-23 season under SS&E management.

NHL Announces Major Dates For 2022 Season

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The NHL and NHL Players Association have released the transition rules and critical dates for the upcoming 2021-22 season.

The new transition rules include contract/buyout issues as well as new Covid-19 protocols.

The NHL is not enforcing a vaccine mandate but highly recommends players receive the Coronavirus vaccine. All NHL team employees, staff and administration must be vaccinated, according to the NHL Covid-19 protocols. This includes media, security, charter flight attendants, on-ice officials, off-ice officials and more.

Players who are unvaccinated and contract the virus are at risk of losing playing time as well as salary. The NHL protocol states, “A Club shall have the right to suspend an Unvaccinated Player who is unable to participate with the Club in Club activities and require the Player to forfeit the equivalent of one day’s pay.”

The major dates announced include Trade Deadline, beginning of the NHL Playoffs and free agent signing period.

Critical Dates for 2021-22 Season:

Monday, March 21 – Trade Deadline (2 p.m. CT)
Friday, April 29 – Last Day of Regular Season
Monday, May 2 – Stanley Cup Playoffs Begin
Thursday, June 30 – Last Possible Day of Stanley Cup Final
Thursday, July 7 – Round 1 of 2022 NHL Draft
Friday, July 8 – Rounds 2-7 of 2022 NHL Draft
Wednesday, July 13 – RFA/UFA Signing Period Begins (11 a.m. CT)

‘Pollstar’ Ranks Bridgestone Arena Third In Worldwide Ticket Sales

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Bridgestone Arena. Photo: Courtesy of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp.

Bridgestone Arena has ranked third in the world for concert ticket sales, according to Pollstar‘s Third Quarter Ticket Sales report. Pollstar accounted Bridgestone Arena ticket sales as 82,431, inclusive solely of show and concert tickets.

“After a trying 18 months for everyone, we are excited to be back hosting events and thank all the loyal fans for following health and safety guidelines to make this happen,” says Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena Executive Vice President of Entertainment and Venues David Kells. “With all your support, along that from the artists, managers, promoters and agents, make a night on Lower Broadway and special stop on any tour.”

Serving as the home for numerous national and international events, Bridgestone Arena has been one of the busiest venues in the U.S. over the past decade and a half. Bridgestone Arena, which was nominated for Pollstar‘s Arena of the Decade award, has received 13 consecutive Pollstar Arena of the Year nominations with wins in 2014 and 2017.

Pollstar‘s Top-10 World Venues (Show & Concert Ticket Sales):
1) Staples Center (Los Angeles, Calif.)
2) Bankers Life Fieldhouse (Indianapolis, Ind.)
3) Bridgestone Arena (SMASHVILLE, Tenn.)
4) Spark Arena (Auckland, New Zealand)
5) MGM Grand Arena (Las Vegas, Nev.)
6) WiZink Arena (Madrid, Spain)
7) T-Mobile Arena (Las Vegas, Nev.)
8) Arena Monterrey (Monterrey, Mexico)
9) American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas)
10) Hertz Arena (Estero, Fla.)

Bridgestone Arena, CLEAR Health Pass Partner For Proof Of Vaccination

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Bridgestone Arena. Photo: Courtesy of the Nashville Predators

Bridgestone Arena is partnering with CLEAR Health Pass to offer safer and faster fan entry into events and determine proof of vaccination or negative test within 72 hours. The CLEAR Health Pass is a free mobile app that securely houses COVID-19 vaccination and test information.

This partnership comes just a week after the arena announced it will require all guests 12 and older to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test acquired within 72 hours prior to the event.

“We’ve made a commitment to our fans that with their input, we would shape our protocols to make attending an event at Bridgestone Arena as easy and safe as possible,” says Bridgestone Arena and Nashville Predators President and CEO Sean Henry. “Partnering with CLEAR Health Pass allows us to do just that. The CLEAR Health Pass intuitive app allows guests to easily access the Arena, and will expedite entry, making for a more comfortable experience for 17,159 of the best fans in sports and fans of the biggest shows on tour.”

Predators fans and all Bridgestone Arena attendees ages 18 and older are encouraged to utilize the CLEAR Health Pass app to make entry into the venue as smooth as possible. All Bridgestone Arena entrances will accept the CLEAR Health Pass for venue access.

Steps to enroll on the CLEAR App:

  • Download the CLEAR app and tap the white Health Pass tile
  • Select ‘Sports’ and Bridgestone Arena
  • Enroll or verify your identity with a quick selfie
  • Follow the prompts to verify your proof of vaccination or negative test
  • Before you arrive at Bridgestone Arena, reopen the Health Pass tile and open your green Health Pass.

The first event it will be in place for will be the Harry Styles concert on Sept. 29 which requires proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test within 48 hours prior to entering Bridgestone Arena. The policy will be implemented throughout the Predators season and will be reviewed regularly.

The Predators Release Full Training Camp Roster

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As training camp starts across the NHL, the Nashville Predators announced the full camp 55 player roster on Wednesday, Sept. 22. The Preds’ first organized practice is scheduled for Sept. 24 at 9 a.m. CT at Centennial Sportsplex.

Nashville’s training camp will be attended by 55 players, 44 of whom are under contract with the Predators and 11 either on an American Hockey League contract with the Milwaukee Admirals, an unsigned draft pick, or are attending on a try-out agreement. The team’s training camp roster will consist of 30 forwards, 19 defensemen, and six goaltenders.

Here’s the full training camp roster for the Predators:
Forwards: Egor Afanasyev, Robert Carpenter, Nick Cousins, Matt Duchene, Filip Forsberg, Cody Glass, Mikael Granlund, Rocco Grimaldi, Patrick Harper, Tanner Jeannot, Ryan Johansen, Luke Kunin, Joseph LaBate, Zachary L’Heureux, Matt Luff, Michael McCarron, Mitch McLain, Grant Mismash, Tommy Novak, Mathieu Olivier, Juuso Parssinen, Rem Pitlick, Anthony Richard, Cole Schneider, Colton Sissons, Cole Smith, Zach Solow, Eeli Tolvanen, Philip Tomasino, Yakov Trenin

Defensemen: Frederic Allard, Matt Benning, Mark Borowiecki, Xavier Bouchard, Alexandre Carrier, Jeremy Davies, Marc Del Gaizo, Matt Donovan, Mattias Ekholm, Dante Fabbro, David Farrance, Ben Harpur, Josh Healey, Roman Josi, Jack Matier, Jake McLaughlin, Philippe Myers, Luke Prokop, Matt Tennyson

Goaltenders: Devin Cooley, Parker Gahagen, Connor Ingram, David Rittich, Juuse Saros, Tomas Vomacka