On the Forecheck, a Nashville Predators community

This morning's news and notes focuses on a wrapup from the NHL draft - we've got analysis as to how the Predators did, a look at the gambles that David Poile took, and some hilarious stuff from one of the Maple Leafs blogs.

In a shock to most Predators fans, Nashville went with a defenseman in Ryan Ellis with the #11 pick in the 1st Round of tonight's 2009 NHL Entry Draft.

In case you're not joining us at one of the official Predators Draft Parties, jump into the comments below and let's see what David Poile pulls out of his hat tonight. Might we see a player traded...

This morning's news provides your NHL Draft day requirements, Sergei Fedorov heading home to Russia, and the question of whether Brent Sutter is the new Radulov?

This morning we've got ownership and coaching issues from coast to coast, a number of looks at the Nashville Predators, and a quartet of wonderful analytical pieces that touch on the issue of draft strategy in the NHL.

Jeff Kealty, the Nashville Predators Chief Amateur Scout, talks about comparing NHL prospects coming out of diverse leagues, the use of video and statistical analysis, and the team's philosophy on amateur scouting and player development.

The morning notes include an update from David Poile regarding Nashville free agents, leftover bits from Las Vegas, and a statistical look at goaltending over the last few years.

The Great SB Nation NHL Mock Draft continues with the #11 pick for the Nashville Predators.