The Catfish on Ice Podcast

Welcome to Ep.201 of Catfish On Ice! Host Chad Minton breaks down the current Predators trianing camp roster that has been cut down to 26 players. Any surprises with who is sticking around and who is gone? Also, what are we looking for in the final 2 preseason games against the Carolina Hurricanes, and looking at the waiver wire pickup of Samuel Fagemo from the LA Kings system. Subscribe to our Yo...

EPISODE 200! Milestone Episode! The guys watch Predators preseason action against the Tampa Bay Lightning, look at the standout players so far from the preseason, look at the duo of Juuse Saros and Kevin Lankinen as one of the best in the NHL. Also, we look back at the last 100 episodes and some of the best moments and topics we covered. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch live episode strea...

Ep.199 is here and host Chad Minton (@chad_minton on Twitter/X) sets the table as Nashville Predators training camp is officially underway. His top 2 veterans he's watching, his preseason hopes, Roman Josi's place among the NHL's top defensemen, and the Mike Babcock situation in Columbus. Subscribe to the YouTube channel to watch live episode streams and get caught up on past live episodes! Catfis...

Ep-198 is here! -Full analysis and breakdown of Nashville Predators Rookie Camp. Players to Watch, Prospects on the Rise, Who Needs to Stand Out? -Nashville Predators Training Camp Preview: Position Battles, Bubble Players, Andrew Brunette Changes the Team -A look at the Fresh and New Look Predators Power Play -Central Division Rundown: Avs Get Better, Coyotes in the Land of Down Under, Jets Get N...

Ep.197 is here! -Chad Minton looks at the possible outcomes for Juuse Saros and the Nashville Predators. The franchise goaltender has 2 years left on his current contract. Could Saros eventually be traded as soon as 2024? -Phil Kessel remains available on the free agency market. Is "Phil the Thrill" a match for the Nashville Predators? -National TV Schedule Announced. Predators will be featured 10...

Welcome to Ep.196! -Building our Preferred Opening Night Starting Lineup for the Nashville Predators -Dissecting the first 10 Games of the Schedule. What will we consider a successful start? -Players who have the most to gain in the preseason Subscribe to the YouTube channel for early looks at new episodes before they get released and join in on live discussion with fellow hockey fans! (48) Catfis...

Ep.195 is here! In today's episode Chad Minton & Rich Howe go back to the Nashville Predators archive to look at the best individual seasons in franchise history. Who made the cut? The guys also take a look ahead to 2023-24 and who will be the offensive catalysts for a revamped Preds squad with elevated expectations to score more goals. Who will lead in this area and how many goals can we expect?...

Ep.194 is HERE Bonus Edition! Chad Minton hops behind the mic to put out his Top-5 Players in the Spotlight for Nashville Predators Training Camp, and also gives his thoughts on the 3-Team Mega Trade that Sends Erik Karlsson to the Penguins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep.193 is Here! -Finishing off the Top 20 Players in Nashville Predators history with the Top-10 -Listing some Reachable Goals for the Preds in 2023-24 -Who are the Most Mysterious Players for the Preds? Players who might breakout or might go the other way. -Some Laughs and Positivity to Close out the Week Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch live episodes and see exclusive content during the...

Episode 192 is here! We're back from an offseason break to begin our Top-20 countdown of best players in Nashville Predators history, and also we're dishing out some insane predictions for 2023-24, bring back "Explain Yourself, and introducing a new segment for the season called "The Central Rundown". Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch live episodes and get new episodes early! (6) Catfish O...

Ep.191 is here! -We're joined by "Sticks on the 6ix" Podcast who covers the Toronto Maple Leafs to get the scoop on Ryan O'Reilly and Luke Schenn. -Preds add another free agent, get a bargain with Denis Gurianov. What does that mean for Philip Tomasino? -Matt Duchene's parting words for Smashville as he joins the Dallas Stars. -Is Nashville no longer a "Desirable" NHL destination for future Free A...

-Host Chad Minton jumps behind the mic on NHL Free Agency opening day to instantly react to the Ryan O'Reilly signing, and the other additions by the Nashville Predators. -Rich Howe is back on the show to join Chad to discuss the Matt Duchene buyout and what that means for the Preds lineup in 2023-24. -The guys recap the 2023 NHL Draft and take a look at what the opening night lineup will looks li...

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Ep.188 is here! -Chad & Rich react to the Golden Knights dominant performance in Game 5 to win the 2023 Stanley Cup. Just how good is this team, and did this prove the Panthers were a fluke? -11 Teams Remain without a Stanley Cup, including the Preds. The guys choose which of these teams will win a Stanley Cup first. -Grading the 1st Round Picks by the Preds over the last five drafts. -Kyle Pereir...

Ep.187 is here! -Juuse Saros trade speculation is heating up. Are the Nashville Predators seriously considering trading their franchise goaltender this offseason or at next year's trade deadline? -With Andrew Brunette coming in as Nashville's 4th head coach in franchise history, we list off some players who will benefit most from the change from John Hynes to Andrew Brunette. -Stanley Cup heads to...

Ep.186 is here! Host Chad Minton gives his instant reaction on Barry Trotz ending the John Hynes Era after 4 seasons and hiring Andrew Brunette as the franchise's 4th head coach. Also, Kyle Hall, host of the Broadway Hat Podcast, joins Chad to discuss the links between John Hynes & Peter Laviolette to the New York Rangers opening. What are the Rangers thinking?? Hit subscribe on our Youtube channe...

Ep.185 is here! -Looking at Barry Trotz's plans in his first offseason as General Manager of the Nashville Predators. Will he be aggressive or play the patient approach? -Is Head Coach John Hynes as good as gone? We identify some potential replacements. -2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs have reached the Conference Finals as both the Carolina Hurricanes and Dallas Stars are on the brink of elimination whi...

Ep.184 is here -We recap the NHL Draft Lottery Results. Predators get 15th pick, Blackhawks win Connor Bedard sweepstakes, fans saying it's all rigged. -Should the Preds try to trade up to top-10 of draft? -Looking back at the top draft steals in Nashville Predators history. -Stanley Cup Playoffs update. Stars look to tie series with Kraken, Canes cruising against Devils. Which Stanley Cup Matchup...

Ep.183 -Counting Down the Top Wins of the 2022-23 Nashville Predators Season -We're looking at some "What If" Scenarios. What if Forsberg doesn't go down, what if the Preds don't sell heavy at the deadline. -We're recapping the 1st Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Kraken and Stars in Rd 2, Panthers Upset the Bruins. Subscribe on YouTube to the Catfish On Ice Podcast for live viewing streams and...

Ep.182- A Look Back at Nashville Predators Playoff History -Revisiting some of the most memorable performances and games -Catching up on the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Which team has surprised the crew most? -Can the Predators return back to the playoffs quickly in 2024? We look ahead. -Looking over the NHL Free Agency market this summer. Anyone the Preds can target? Watch live episodes on our You...

Ep.181 is here! -Offseason Outlook for Nashville Predators. What's the top priority? -Barry Trotz has his introduction presser and gives us his vision. -Where does Ryan Johansen fit into the lineup next season? -Cody Glass and Alexandre Carrier will be getting new contracts. We discuss what deals they should get. -The crew reveals their 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs brackets. Who do they have winning...

That's a wrap on Season 3 of Catfish on Ice! -The miraculous playoff push for the Nashville Predators comes to an end. We react live as the Jets beat the Wild to eliminate the Preds from playoff contention. -Juuse Saros has been nothing short of heroic in the Preds playoff push. Has he earned a spot with Linus Ullmark in the Vezina Trophy debate? -An overwhelming majority of fans don't want John H...

Ep.179 -The crew is back together as the Predators draw near the end of their season and still...somehow...mathematically alive in the playoff race. How is that possible? -Which Preds injury has been hardest to overcome? -Milwaukee Admirals Update. They've clinched the playoffs in the AHL! -NEW SEGMENT we're carrying to next season: "Explain Yourself". We have to explain our hot takes and tweets r...

It's bonus episode time as Chad Minton hops on the mic immediately following Preds and Sabres! The Preds hang 7 goals on the Sabres after giving up 7 to the Rangers the game before. -Luke Evangelista has entered beast mode just 11 games into his NHL career. -Ryan McDonagh returns to the lineup to give the Preds some injury relief. -Tommy Novak stays on his hot streak, and Matt Duchene hits the 20-...

Ep.177: The crew discusses the Predators unlikely push to stay in the playoff hunt despite mounting injuries and selling at the trade deadline. Subscribe to the YouTube channel and follow on Twitter @CatfishIce! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis  counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800- GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT ST...