Appearances & Interviews
Interview: Johnathan Moran, Advanced Stats and Analytics for the Windsor Spitfires
The first entry in The Quarantine Series—stories on hockey, analytics and the Predators from Bryan while we’re all locked away.
Neal, Ribeiro Meet At Last... Again
Two of the newest Predators have played on the same team before, but haven't played together as much as you might think.
Quotes from Friday's Practice at Centennial
Dean Evason, Colton Sissons and Filip Forsberg talk about goals and expectations for rookie camp.
He Never Gave Up
Retired career minor league defenseman Jeff Winchester shares his thoughts on the game -- even though he never made it to the NHL.
Rich Clune Aims to be the NHL's #1 Pest
In an exclusive interview, Nashville's newest fan favorite tells us about seeking the NHL's "Best Pest" crown left behind when the contemptuous Sean Avery retired from play in 2012.
OTF's Super Schedule Cited During NHL Broadcast
So this was a real highlight, last night during the Pittsburgh Penguins/Columbus Blue Jackets pre-season game, our NHL Super Schedule was referenced by the Pittsburgh broadcast, as they broke down the impact of realignment on the travel burden faced by the Pens & Jackets this upcoming season. Thanks to all the folks on Twitter last night for alerting me to the shoutout!
One on One with Ryan Jones
Former Nashville Predator Ryan Jones visited his alma mater as Miami University held their pro camp last week.
On The Forecheck named Best Sports Blog in Nashville Scene's "Best of Nashville 2011"
We're very proud to announce that as part the Nashville Scene's 2011 Best of Nashville poll, OnTheForecheck.com has been selected as the Writers' Choice for Best Sports Blog in Nashville.
Q & A with a Vancouver Canucks blog - Nucks Misconduct
Wherein we get the scoop on how the Canucks survived a strong challenge from the defending Stanley Cup champs, and what the mood of the Vancouver fan base is like heading into the second round.
Shea Weber debuts "Captain's Corner" on SlapShot Radio
The Nashville Predators' captain launched a new weekly interview segment on the local radio scene.
Preds' Horachek: "There had to be some adjustments to attitudes"
Sometimes, the coaching staff has to tear into a team during intermission to get the best out of them, and Preds assistant coach Peter Horachek talks about one such recent occasion against Chicago.
The best story in Nashville sports: those amazing Predators
While there's a lot of drama going on these days with the Tennessee Titans, the best story in Nashville sports is how the Predators have overcome adversity to keep on climbing through the NHL standings.
5 Questions with a New York Islanders blogger
Sitting down with a New York Islanders blogger for a conversation from a Nashville Predators perspective.
Meet Brian Poile, the Nashville Predators' new Director of Hockey Operations
There have been many additions to the Nashville Predators over the last few months, but one move that flew under the radar was the hiring of a new Director of Hockey Operations.
Meet Josh Cooper, your new Nashville Predators beat writer
When we got news that John Glennon was moving over to cover the Titans earlier this summer, there was concern among Preds fans as to what The Tennessean was going to do on the hockey front, but the new guy on the beat is definitely a hockey guy.
Barry Trotz on his new captain: "Shea's always been a leader"
Barry Trotz talks about the growing presence of Patric Hornqvist within the Nashville Predators, how the 2010-11 squad shapes up compared to last season's, and the change in leadership with Shea Weber taking over as captain.
2010-2011 Preview: Five Questions with a Buffalo Sabres blogger
There are a number of similarities between Nashville & Buffalo, besides the long-tenured coach & general manager.
Preds chairman Tom Cigarran puts the focus on the Stanley Cup
As a followup to the announcement regarding the local ownership group buying up the "Boots" Del Biaggio shares in the team, Preds chairman Tom Cigarran joined the Thom Abraham Show this afternoon to discuss the news and the state of the team going forward.
Ryan Parent from a Philadelphia Flyers perspective
Words from a Broad Street Hockey blogger on Ryan Parent.
10 Questions with Second City Hockey, a Chicago Blackhawks blog
An interview with Second City Hockey's Sam Fels on the Blackhawks-Predators series.
Cal O'Reilly, finally an NHL regular with Nashville?
By sticking with the Nashville Predators after a number of injured teammates returned to the lineup, Cal O'Reilly now has enough NHL experience to qualify for waivers, and it appears that he'll stick in Nashville for the time being. It's a fine achievement for a guy who's ridden the Milwaukee/Nashville express quite a bit in recent years.
Interview with Nashville Predators prospect and Fargo Force forward Nick Oliver
The Predators drafted Nick Oliver last summer, and after recovering from collarbone injuries in 2008, he's ready for college hockey this fall.
Pekka Rinne talks about ending a losing streak, and the "Save, Pekka Rinne!" song
Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne talks about his plans for the Olympic break, and whether the NHL should continue to participate in the Winter Games.
Are the Nashville Predators who we thought they were?
Has the Nashville Predators 4-game losing streak exposed some fundamental weaknesses in the team, or is it just a short-term blip in a long NHL season?
Interview with Nashville Predators prospect and Guelph Storm winger Taylor Beck
Taylor Beck has developed into one of the most dangerous scorers in junior hockey, and in this interview, talks about what it will take for him to contribute at the NHL level for Nashville.
Birthday boy Pete Weber talks up an exciting night of Nashville hockey
Today, Predators play-by-play man Pete Weber joined the Thom Abraham Show to talk about what was, outside of the final result, a big night downtown between the near-sellout crowd, the TV Timeout standing ovation, and the big comeback against Toronto.
5 Questions with a Carolina Hurricanes blogger
5 questions with a Hurricanes blogger before they play the Predators
Ryan Suter talks about his Olympic future
This afternoon Ryan Suter called into the Thom Abraham Show to talk about how the Predators are going these days, as well as, of course, his look ahead to the Winter Olympics in Vancouver next month. You can listen to the interview right here...