In trying to figure out what ails the Predators (5-9-2) this season, much attention has been paid to the less-than-expected impact of the big three offseason additions — forwards Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault, as well as defenseman Brady Skjei.
That’s understandable, considering the résumés of all three players and the pricey, long-term contracts the Predators handed out to each.
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