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ICYMI: Prospects Sign, Pesce Rumors, and Gus Nyquist Arrives
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Development Camp and Newest Prospects

There was no rest for the weary after Nashville hosted the 2023 NHL Draft as the newest Predators joined the older prospects in the pipeline for Development Camp this week. 

Matthew Wood, Nashville's first pick last week, showed off not only his on ice skills at Dev Camp and the Future Stars Game but also his maturity off ice as he talked with the media. 

Matthew Wood Is Embracing the Process

It was a big week for two other new Preds as Nashville signed new draftees defenseman Tanner Molendyk and winger Kalan Lind to their entry level contracts. 

Tanner Molendyk, Kalan Lind Sign ELCs

New Pred Arrives in Nashville

Gustav Nyquist arrived in town this week and spoke with the media about joining the Predators and what went into his decision to sign in Nashville. 

Gustav Nyquist on Joining Predators: "Exciting Stage of This Organization"

Of course, there are several rumors swirling around the NHL about who might be the next player to sign with the Predators. The Predators have been linked to Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brett Pesce. Is a deal in the works and if the Predators signed Pesce, what would that mean for the blue line? 

On the Other Hand: The Predators and Brett Pesce

Filip Zadina made a bold choice to mutually terminate his contract with the Detroit Red Wings, and Nashville might be a near perfect landing spot for the 23 year old. 

Could Filip Zadina Get a Fresh Start in Nashville? 

Matt Duchene Quote Causes a Stir in Smashville

Social media blew up this week with reactions to an interview Matt Duchene gave regarding his move to the Dallas Stars. 

The comment by Duchene touched a nerve, but was it a backhanded criticism of his time in Nashville?

Matt Duchene's "Opportunity to Win" Comment Causes Stir

This article first appeared on FanNation Inside The Preds and was syndicated with permission.

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