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A guide to the Nashville Predators’ 2025 NHL season

Hockey is back — here’s how to stream the games, navigate the schedule like a pro, and cheer on the Nashville Predators this 2025-2026 NHL season.

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It’s time to get loud, Smashville.

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Get ready to hit the ice, Smashville — hockey season is back. Gear up for all things game day before the Nashville Predators’ regular season opener.

If you just can’t wait to throw on your gold and navy, head downtown on Saturday, Oct. 4 for PredsFest at Walk of Fame Park and a preseason game vs. the Carolina Hurricanes.

Getting loud in Smashville

Opening Night at Bridgestone Arena is on Thursday, Oct. 9 against the Columbus Blue Jackets at 7 p.m. Don’t miss the pre-game Gold Walk and Plaza Party.

Here are a few more season highlights:

  • The schedule includes 12 Saturday home dates.
  • The Preds have the most home games (eight) in November, one of which is the designated “home game” in the 2025 NHL Global Series Sweden.
  • The team’s longest homestand (five games) runs from Oct. 21 to Oct. 28 when they play Anaheim, Vancouver, Los Angeles, Dallas, and Tampa Bay.
  • Every night in Smashville is electric, but these are the games you won’t want to miss.

Game time tips

  • Take a free BEEP shuttle from Nissan Stadium’s Lot R when you have game day tickets.
  • Bookmark promotions and theme nights. Plus, don’t miss Bobblehead Nights for Nate Bargatze, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, and Carrie Underwood + Mike Fisher.
  • Score these rewards around town when the Preds score big.
  • Explore fan experiences throughout the season, which benefit the Nashville Predators Foundation.

The best way to watch and listen from home

Catch Predators games on FanDuel Sports Network South, formerly Bally Sports South. Select matchups will stream exclusively on ESPN+, TNT, or NewsChannel 5.

Can’t watch it on TV? Tune in to ESPN 102.5 The Game to hear every game live.

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