Where do Predators fit in division after free agency? - The Tennessean
Based on the moves made by teams within the Central Division, another compelling race should materialize in 2015-16. Here is a recap of each team’s offseason transactions, listed in order of last season’s final division standings:. Last season: 51-24-7. Notable additions: Troy Brouwer, F. Kyle Brodziak, F. Notable subtractions: T. J. Oshie, F. Barret Jackman, D. Analysis: After three first-round exits in as many years, Blues general manager Doug Armstrong felt the need to... He did so by trading Oshie, one of St. Louis’ most popular players, to Washington for Brouwer, a rugged veteran with two consecutive 20-goal seasons. Last season: 47-25-10. Notable additions: Jackman. Cody Hodgson, F. Notable subtractions: Matt Cullen, F. Mike Santorelli, F. Cody Franson, D. Analysis: Arguably the surprise of the NHL last season, the Predators minimized change this offseason. Nashville retained veteran centers Mike Fisher and Mike Ribeiro and signed Jackman and Hodgson to low-risk contracts. Last season: 48-28-6. Notable additions: Artem Anisimov, F. Marko Dano, F. Ryan Garbutt, F. Trevor Daley, D. Notable subtractions: Patrick Sharp, F. Brandon Saad, F. Brad Richards, F. Antoine Vermette, F. Johnny. Source: www.tennessean.com
