The Nashville Predators are in a tough spot, and it’s raising some serious questions about their future. Despite high hopes for the 2024-25 season, they’ve stumbled to a 5-6-3 record, leaving them sixth in the Central Division. But here’s where it gets controversial: after General Manager Barry Trotz signed big names like Steven Stamkos two summers ago, the plan hasn’t panned out. Now, fans and analysts alike are wondering: who might be on the move if things don’t turn around?
On a recent episode of Daily Faceoff Live, Jeff Marek, Tyler Yaremchuk, and Carter Hutton dove into the potential fallout. Yaremchuk pointed out the team’s core—Filip Forsberg, Roman Josi, and Juuse Saros—are the only players likely to fetch a significant return in a trade. And this is the part most people miss: Forsberg has a full no-movement clause, complicating any potential deal. Meanwhile, trading Stamkos would likely require retaining salary, a tough sell to new ownership.
Marek added a bold take: firing Trotz, the organization’s most successful coach, would be a hard pill to swallow. Who’s to blame if the plan fails? he asked. And can the Predators afford to pay someone not to work?
If Nashville opts for a rebuild, prospects like Brady Martin, Tanner Molendyk, and Teddy Stiga could play a role, but they’re not the A-listers needed for a quick turnaround. Here’s the real question: how patient can they be? Forsberg, in particular, has already been through one rebuild. Asking him to endure another, given his career stage, feels unfair. Would you stick around for years of pain with no guarantee of success?
This isn’t just about trades—it’s about tough conversations with veterans like Forsberg, who hold the power to stay or go. What do you think? Is a rebuild the right move, or should the Predators double down on their current roster? Let us know in the comments!
