The Nashville Predators were expected to be sellers at the trade deadline. Now they're only two points out of a playoff spot.

Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery knows exactly what he needs to see from his team after a Sunday loss to the Predators.

Roman Josi scored a goal and added two assists to lead the Nashville Predators to a 3-2 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday night. Steven Stamkos had a goal and an assist, Cole Smith also scored,

Cole Smith gave the Predators a 2-1 lead at 1:12 of the third period, scoring with a shot from the slot on a rush with Josi. Josi then gave the Predators a 3-1 lead at 3:29 on a one-timer from the top of the right circle off a pass from Stamkos during a 5-on-3 power play.

The Nashville Predators had a horrific letdown year in 2024-25. After signing veterans like Steven Stamkos, Jonathan Marchessault, and Brady Skjei, they expected to take their playoff team from the year prior and elevate it to a Stanley Cup contender. Instead, they were a lottery team.

The Nashville Predators beat the Washington Capitals 3-2 at Bridgestone Arena on Jan. 11. Roman Josi led all skaters with three points.

Filip Forsberg scored the only goal in a shootout to lift the Predators over the Islanders 2-1 on Thursday night.

Ahead of the Nashville Predators' game against the Washington Capitals, Filip Forsberg showed support for friend and 49ers star George Kittle.