Nashville Predators secure Luke Evangelista with a 2-year, $3 million AAV deal. Is this the game-changer they need for a playoff push?

Host Ann Kimmel breaks down the long-awaited contract signing, analyzing its impact on the team's future. She recaps the Preds' thrilling 3-2 overtime win against the Carolina Hurricanes, highlighting Joakim Kemmel's clutch performance. Key topics include Ryan O'Reilly's insights on team energy, Andrew Brunette's coaching strategy, and how recent roster moves are reshaping Nashville's lineup.

Don't miss this in-depth look at the Predators' preseason finale and the crucial decisions facing the team as the regular season approaches. Will Kemmel's overtime heroics earn him a spot on the NHL roster?

0:00 Luke Evangelista contract signing

5:07 Analysis of Evangelista contract negotiation

12:14 Predators win final preseason game

16:19 Team's emotional fortitude in comeback

21:29 Joakim Kemmel's overtime performance

26:54 Juuse Saros' performance and roster decisions

31:28 Preview of upcoming episode and content

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