LeBrun: Weber told me he phoned Jones 10 min. after trade. Very difficult phone call. Referred to Jones as almost a son to him. #Preds #CBJ
— Chris Nichols (@NicholsOnHockey) January 7, 2016
Nashville News & Notes
Preds Feel All-Star Excitement Following Selection of Three Players | Nashville Predators
I remember being excited about Josi being named to the All Star Game. It feels like so long ago…
Trade Analysis: Seth Jones for Ryan Johansen | Nashville Predators
Stu Grimson gives his thoughts on the trade.
Johansen Skates with Preds; Bitetto Returns to the Lineup | Nashville Predators
A few quotes from around the locker room about the new lineup, and Bitetto gets the nod at #6.
Nashville Predators center Ryan Johansen practices with new team since being traded | NHL.com
A few more quotes from Thursday’s practice and media availability.
Who won the Seth Jones for Ryan Johansen trade? | Sportsnet.ca
Both sides got things they needed, but Columbus created a pretty big gap for themselves, whereas Nashville was dealing from a position of strength.
Statistically Speaking: Jones-Johansen blockbuster | TSN
Jones is a safer bet, Johansen has a higher upside.
Around Hockey
CWHL’s Japanese skaters driven by passion for Olympic hockey podium | The Globe and Mail
Very interesting perspective on hockey from a few CWHL imports.
P.K. Subban does not want his teammate fighting Wayne Simmonds | CBSSports
Probably some good advice, especially considering the Montreal captain has a baby at home.
Hurricanes climb in standings fueled by 6 US defensemen | StarTribune
I would say this is excessive, but I’m an American and therefore I don’t believe in that.
Winnipeg Jets’ fans prep track suits for Evander Kane’s return | CBC News
Canadian hockey media would like to remind you these are the Best Fans in the NHL.
Capitals place Carlson on IR to make room for Richards | theScore.com
I thought he was supposed to be their fifth all-star representative.
Artemi Panarin’s ‘special’ season continues with dazzling performance vs. Penguins | USA Today
Panarin is very, very good. Let’s see how the second half and his age affect his Calder bid.
Stars facing ‘first true test of adversity’ | ProHockeyTalk
Dallas is an enigma. A very scary enigma.
Huge if True: Examining realities of the Jonathan Drouin situation | Puck Daddy
Yzerman doesn’t *have* to trade Drouin, and I’m inclined to think he won’t.
NHL major award favorites at middle of 2015-16 season | Sports Illustrated
The first item is Holtby for the Hart, so…
2016 Women’s World Junior Championships Preview | Pension Plan Puppets
I believe this tournament will be streamed in the US on FASTHockey, which is fairly inaccessible, but you can follow along with the scores on twitter.