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Nashville Predators Monthly Newsletter
June 2025 Recap & July Outlook
Record in June: 19-5-2
Overall Record (as of July 1): 43-25-3-3
Latest Game: July 1 – 4–3 OT Win vs. Florida
Conference Rank: 3rd in the West
Current Streak: W2

June Surge: Predators Set the Standard
June was a showcase of dominance for the Predators, who finished the month with a stellar 19-5-2 record, solidifying their place among the league’s elite. The team combined a powerful offense, stalwart defense, and outstanding goaltending to make a clear statement: Nashville is built for playoff success.

July Opens with OT Thriller
Kicking off July with a thrilling 4-3 overtime victory against the Florida Panthers, the Predators set the tone for what promises to be an intense, pivotal stretch run. With only one game played, the team is already off to a strong start.

Player Spotlights – Season Leaders (as of July 1)
Seth Jarvis – Rookie Sensation & Team MVP
67 GP | 39 G | 33 A | 72 PTS | +32 | 42 PIM | 3 PPG | 1 SHG | 9 GWG | 232 Shots | 16.81% Shooting

PTS/GP: 1.075

Hits: 102 | Faceoff Wins: 96 | Height: 6’4”

Seth Jarvis isn’t just leading the Predators—he’s blazing across the entire league as the top rookie scorer. His combination of size, skill, and scoring touch has propelled him to an astounding 72 points, with nine game-winning goals showing his clutch nature. Jarvis is the quintessential power forward who battles hard every shift and produces offense at a superstar level. His ability to win faceoffs and deliver heavy hits only adds to his all-around impact.

As the rookie leader in points, goals, and game-winning goals league-wide, Jarvis is a cornerstone for Nashville’s future and a driving force behind their current success.

Gustav Nyquist – On Fire
70 GP | 19 G | 35 A | 54 PTS
Nyquist has tallied 9 points in the last 7 games, proving his playmaking and leadership remain vital.

Logan Cooley – Another Rookie Star
67 GP | 23 G | 18 A | 41 PTS | 6 PTS in last 6 games
Cooley continues to develop into a dangerous offensive catalyst, ranking fourth among rookies.

Josh Norris
67 GP | 22 G | 24 A | 46 PTS
A blend of skill and grit, Norris remains a key contributor both offensively and physically.

Defense & Depth
Luke Hughes (Rookie): 70 GP | 6 G | 30 A | 36 PTS

Mark Giordano: 65 GP | 7 G | 16 A | 23 PTS

Nashville’s blue line contributes both offense and reliable defense, though some veterans and rookies have cooled off recently, pointing to potential lineup tweaks ahead.

Goaltending – The Backbone
Pyotr Kochetkov: 52 GP | 31 W | 1.91 GAA | .928 SV% | 8 Shutouts
Hot with 8 wins in his last 11 games, Kochetkov is the Predators’ rock in net.

Jake Oettinger: 26 GP | 11 W | 2.93 GAA | .890 SV%
The backup has had a challenging season but provides needed depth.

Team Overview
Category Stat
Games Played 71
Overall Record 43-25-3-3
Goals For 206
Goals Against 162
Goal Differential +44
Home Record 24-12-1
Road Record 19-13-2
Shutouts 8
Last 10 Games 7-1-2

July 2025 Outlook
After a strong start, July presents several key challenges:

July 4–7: Three intense games against the St. Louis Blues.

July 8: A tough clash with the New York Rangers.

July 12: A critical matchup versus Chicago Blackhawks.

July 14–16: A busy stretch against Tampa Bay, Minnesota, and another game with St. Louis.

These contests will be vital to solidifying playoff seeding and testing the team’s depth and endurance.

Rookie Watch – RSHL's Brightest New Stars
Nashville boasts three rookies among the league’s top rookie scorers:

Rank Player Pos GP G A Pts +/- P/G
1 Seth Jarvis C 67 39 33 72 +32 1.075
4 Logan Cooley C 67 23 18 41 +16 0.612
5 Fabian Zetterlund LW 70 16 24 40 +8 0.571

Jarvis leads all rookies by a wide margin, confirming his status as a franchise cornerstone and a future star.

Coach’s Corner
“Seth’s impact has been incredible this year. His size, skill, and competitiveness set him apart, and he’s the kind of player who inspires everyone around him.” – Head Coach Lindy Ruff