Trailing two teams in the chase for the Western Conference’s final wildcard playoff berth — and just barely ahead of three others — the Predators will begin their most important road trip of the season.
Starting Thursday night in Los Angeles and continuing for a week afterward, the Preds (34-31-9) will play five straight road contests, four against teams battling for a wildcard spot.
Roman Josi of the Nashville Predators looks on during the first period against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena on March 10, 2026, in Seattle.
Steph Chambers
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