PredsOnTheGlass

PredsOnTheGlass This father-son duo of Buddy and Jackson Oakes have been avid Predator fans since the beginning of the franchise. Their site, PredsOnTheGlass.com is honored to be the first independent media entity in Predator history to receive full press credentials. Buddy is also the hockey beat writer for the Columbia (TN) Daily Herald, while Jackson is a former player at Southern Ice in Franklin, TN. Both have contributed to many hockey sites. PredsOnTheGlass Radio, airs live on BlogTalkRadio Mondays at 8:00pm, and is available on podcast. This year POTG is "Spreading the gospel of the Nashville Predators to the far corners of the Hockey World."

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The Real Preds Killers: Selanne & Koivu

The Real Preds Killers: Selanne & Koivu

Buddy Oakes
"When you think about Anaheim, you think about the big line... They've also got Selanne and Koivu who are dynamic players so we're going to have to bring a good team game."
Mike Fisher: Beyond the obvious story lines

Mike Fisher: Beyond the obvious story lines

Buddy Oakes
The big story has been Mike Fisher and Carrie Underwood being traded to Nashville. The bigger story, which has not been talked about, is the more quality one...
Top-10 Predators' Moments

Top-10 Predators' Moments

By Ryan Porth for Buddy Oakes
A special guest article from Ryan Porth of RLDHockey.net, as he clears up the top-10 moments in the Nashville Predators' franchise history.
Only in Nashville: Alice Cooper & Vince Gill Rock Preds Game

Only in Nashville: Alice Cooper & Vince Gill Rock Preds Game

By Ryan Porth for Buddy Oakes
Unbelievable. Only in Nashville...
Will the spectacle of the Winter Classic give teams a hangover?

Will the spectacle of the Winter Classic give teams a hangover?

By Buddy Oakes
This year's edition of the Winter Classic between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals at Heinz field was undoubtedly the most hyped, most anticipated, and most watched regular season hockey game in NHL history.
Mario Lemieux Speaks. Everyone Listens.

Mario Lemieux Speaks. Everyone Listens.

By Buddy Oakes
Mario Lemieux appeared in a hastily called presser after the Cap-Pens Alumni game just before the Winter Classic and covered a range of topics.
Steve Begin's NHL Return? Or Cameo?

Steve Begin's NHL Return? Or Cameo?

By Buddy Oakes
Eleven-year NHL veteran Steve Begin's return to the league with the Nashville Predators was something he dreamed of since he signed a one-year, two-way contract on October 21...
What If Shea Weber Leaves Nashville?

What If Shea Weber Leaves Nashville?

By Buddy Oakes
Last month, when the Predators were in Toronto playing the Leafs, the intermission commentators felt sure that Shea Weber would be gone from the Predators at the trade deadline or certainly by the July 1 free agency date.
Predators' Success Reaches Beyond the Ice

Predators' Success Reaches Beyond the Ice

By Buddy Oakes
The Nashville Predators have become one of the early season success stories in the NHL, as they have started with a 5-0-3 record and remain the only team in the league yet to lose a regulation contest... And now this success is reaching beyond the ice.
JP Dumont Ready for a Comeback

JP Dumont Ready for a Comeback

By Buddy Oakes
J.P. Dumont entered training camp this year as a man on a mission... And now will he be a candidate for the Masterton Trophy? 
Is Kostitsyn on the prowl with the Preds?

Is Kostitsyn on the prowl with the Preds?

By Buddy Oakes
One of the more interesting moves made by Nashville Predators over the summer was the acquisition of Sergei Kostitsyn...
Colin Wilson Looks For Consistency

Colin Wilson Looks For Consistency

By Buddy Oakes
The Nashville Predators are expecting big things this year from former Hobey Baker winner, Colin Wilson in his second year as a pro. He has been given every chance to succeed in the pre-season, playing mostly on the wing with Matthew Lombardi and Marty Erat.
Predators Make a Statement

Predators Make a Statement

By Buddy Oakes
The Nashville Predators made a surprise move by picking up Shane O'Brien and Dan Gendur from Vancouver, in exchange for Ryan Parent and Jonas Andersson...
Rob Higgins' Hockey Fantasy Index - More than you'd expect...

Rob Higgins' Hockey Fantasy Index - More than you'd expect...

By Buddy Oakes
With the Fantasy hockey guru, Rob Higgins' new book, Hockey Fantasy Index, is whole lot more than you'd expect...
A Missed Opportunity at the Research and Development Camp

A Missed Opportunity at the Research and Development Camp

By Buddy Oakes
With the NHL's Research and Development camp a week behind us, I have come to realize that what I feel is the most pressing issue in the NHL was not even addressed.
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