Statistical Analysis
Dante Fabbro has his flaws but isn’t a bad defenseman
The newly re-signed defenseman continues to draw the ire of fans - but is it warranted?
Nashville relying on youth and new faces to lead the Predators into the future despite "unluckiest" loss of the season against Arizona
Despite the highest offensive output of the season, the Predators’ hard work did not pay off against an already rebuilding Coyotes. How Nashville got there- even with some awful luck - should provide some hope in both a young team - and the future.
The recent fun-ification of the Nashville Predators
The Predators have shifted into being a high-event hockey team, with somewhat positive results
Frosty Feelings: Counting Calories and Free Fan Giveaways in 2022
Which players kept Predators fans full by scoring plenty of giveaway goodies?
Analysis: Nashville Predators acquire D Jeremy Lauzon from Kraken for 2022 2nd-round pick
As expected: getting a depth defender. Not expected: the price.
Thoughts from the Tire Barn: Nashville Predators 1, Washington Capitals 4
Last night’s loss might have been a tough one—especially against Nashville’s former head coach—but were there bright spots under the surface?
Quarantine Mailbag: Volume 1—Kevin Fiala’s Hot Hand, Josi’s Power Play Impact, and Fil’s Glorious Mustache
It’s been three months (and counting); let’s answer some questions
Visualization: Have First Round Picks Helped Teams in the Playoffs Since 2005?
The second edition of The Quarantine Series: a quick look at players drafted in the first-round—especially lottery picks—and how they’ve impacted playoff teams.
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.
Hindsight Happy Hour: Predators 2, Avalanche 3 - Adjust the Antenna, There’s Interference
An uncommon, complete performance marred by one thing: the inability to get the puck in the net (did you expect something else?)
Adapt or Die: Building a Successful Team in the Modern NHL (Part Two)
Why playing youngsters works, how positional fluidity helps, and the role of physicality.
Adapt or Die: Building a Team in the Modern NHL (Part One)
Welcome to the new age, people.
Analytics Corner: Take Good Shots, Win More Games
"You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take" Well, actually...
Is Team Defense Letting the Predators Down?
We take a look at what’s actually going wrong for the Predators on the ice this season.
A Statistical Look At Kyle Turris
In this follow-up to #TurrisTuesday, we look at exactly what Turris really has brought to the Preds on the ice.
Analytics Quarter-Season Review, Part 1: Goaltending
As we move closer to the passing of the torch, how are Pekka and Juuse doing? And how do they figure into the team's recent slide?
The NHL Has Fixed the Incorrect Shot Locations
Stats are back on the menu, folks
Filip Forsberg: an Underappreciated Defensive Difference Maker
The goal-scoring, soul-stealing offensive wizard has an underappreciated strength on defense, and it’s worth taking a closer look.
If Filip Forsberg is injured, Preds could turn to Kyle Turris
Forsberg did not finish playing in Tuesday’s game against the Golden Knights and is a game-time decision for tonight.
The NHL’s shot location data has changed—and nobody knows why (Update: ...or do they?)
This unannounced change from the NHL affects more than just analytics and shot maps
Visualization: 2018-2019 Predators 5v4 Shot Map Tool
Like one of those Family Circus maps, but we’re following Jeffy being awful on the power play!
Visualization: 2018-2019 Predators Even Strength Shot Map Tool
Bryan brings us some DIY visualizations.
Analytics Corner: We’re Going Streaking
Analyzing "streakiness" (and defending Craig Smith)
Taking Center Stage: An analytical comparison of Matt Duchene and Music City’s centers
As the rumors swirl, the "childhood team" stories start, and the market heats up, is Duchene worth the heartache? Or, more importantly, the price tag?
Better Together: An Analytical Look at the JOFA Line - Part II
The trio of Ryan Johansen, Filip Forsberg, and Viktor Arvidsson have faced some ups and downs this season as injuries have reared their ugly heads. Here’s an in-depth analytical look at the numbers behind their performance.
Better Together: An Analytical Look at the JOFA Line - Part I
The trio of Ryan Johansen, Filip Forsberg, and Viktor Arvidsson have faced some ups and downs this season as injuries have reared their ugly heads. Here’s an in-depth analytical look at the numbers behind their performance.
Two Prospects; Different Expectations
Alex Carrier was drafted with more hype, but has Frederic Allard surpassed him on the depth chart?
Taking a Shot: A Look At Nashville Predators Shooting In Context
Examining which Predators skaters are better at scoring and why.
Ellis/Bitetto provide stability to Preds defense
It doesn't seem like that sentence would've been uttered at the beginning of the 2015-16 season, but in reality it's a very accurate portrayal of how Nashville's defense works now.
Johansen and Preds Could Be Perfect Match
Nashville finally made a bold move and the team is better off for it.
Pekka Rinne's Poor Performance
Lately, Nashville's star netminder has not been performing up to his usual standards.