Nashville Predators’ contract drama unfolds as Luke Evangelista negotiations hit a snag. Is the team’s initial offer a strategic misstep or a calculated gamble?
Hosts Ann Kimmel and Emma Lingan break down the Predators’ latest moves, including the surprising acquisition of former first-round pick Tyson Jost. Key discussions cover training camp updates, roster battles, and the final preseason showdown against the Carolina Hurricanes. Andrew Brunette and Jost himself weigh in on the team’s evolving strategy.
Tune in for expert analysis on how these developments could reshape the Predators’ season and impact their Stanley Cup aspirations.
0:00 Intro: Evangelista contract negotiation rumors
5:28 Analyzing Predators’ initial contract offer
10:26 Is this about more than just Evangelista?
15:26 Tyson Jost joins Predators practice
21:17 Evaluating the Jost acquisition
25:03 Preseason lineup changes and observations
29:10 Looking ahead to final preseason game
33:35 Hosts share weekend plans and wrap up
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5 Comments
Honestly I've never been on the Evangalista fan wagon but I do agree with Emma, 2yr 2 million was what I was expecting based on his last contract & unproven future. And I also agree with Ann, it's sending mixed messages by signing Jost while we wait. But with Sissons gone I'd take Jost over Evangalista.
I am not sure why Jost is not an option for the future, what is his salary? Is he a viable center candidate?
I’ve always been a diehard Preds fan, and I’ve never been ashamed of my team, but I gotta say, I feel that Trotz is starting to embarrass us a bit. I was full “team Trotz” last year after the signings, but since then, I’ve had a ton more questions than answers and the Vange mess is not a good look at all. I hope we get this sorted before too long.
Barry trotz opened his hand and slapped Evangelista with that offer…. It was a pathetic offer and now trotz his putting his own pride over the future of the team….
I thought at first the coach may have been an issue last year, but suddenly I am questioning how management his operating this team…
I know Evangelista had a bad year last year, but still did the entire team and offer that abysmal offer…… is truly pathetic…. Even if you sign him now, he may opt for to leave a couple years because of this…..
Kraken just lost their top RW in Kaapo Kakko for 6 weeks – call up Seattle and make a trade. There’s no reason Evangelista should be low-balled like that. A 23 year old 35ish point (floor) playmaking winger, who plays responsible on defense is worth significantly more than Trotz seems willing to pay. Take a draft pick or prospect and move forward