Ep.271 Rundown: -Opening Faceoff Segment: Are fans overreacting to the pick of Brady Martin at 5th overall? The guys debate this and also if Martin can push for an opening night roster spot for Nashville. -Breaking down the trade for Nicolas Hague and the free agency pickup of Nick Perbix. Will the Preds have a much better defense this season in front of Juuse Saros, and will the Preds improve their position in the standings? -What are we making of the drawn out negotiations to get Luke Evangeli...
Jul 16, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 271
It's NHL Draft week and the guys are revealing their mock drafts for the 1st Round. The Preds have three 1st-round picks. Will they trade one of them? Chad & Max are also trying to make sense of the trade for Erik Haula and why Luke Evangelista still hasn't received a new contract. We'll finish up reacting to Barry Trotz's media availability, and the Florida Panthers are the new bullies on the block with back-to-back Stanley Cups. Subscribe and follow us on X, @CatfishIce https://x.com/Catfi...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 270
Welcome to Ep.269, full of juicy trade rumor talk surrounding Jonathan Marchessault and the Nashville Predators. First we preview the rematch between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers for the 2025 Stanley Cup and do some free agency shopping for the Preds to find some depth players. Also, we're doing a deep dive into the Preds prospect pool. Who are the future stars, and what are some of the scouts around the NHL saying about the state of the Preds farm system, and what will the Preds do ...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 269
In tonight's episode, Chad and Max are coming off a break from the podcast to give their reaction to the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the conference finals matchups, Andrew Brunette coming back as head coach of the Nashville Predators, and the growing Mitch Marner drama and where he ends up in the offseason. Presented by DraftKings, Promo Code THPN https://tinyurl.com/DraftKingsTHPN Follow us on X https://x.com/CatfishIce Subscribe on YouTube / @catfishonicepodcast...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 268
Welcome to a live stream edition of Catfish On Ice Ep.267! -The guys start the episode reacting to a wild first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs -Mike Sullivan hits the open market as he parts ways with the Pittsburg Penguins. Should Trotz make a push for Sullivan? -Are we witnessing the end of a dominant era from Roman Josi? Who should line up with the captain next season? -Players we love to hate the most -Who are the most irrelevant teams in the NHL over the last 5 years? -TITANS TIME SEGMEN...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 267
Welcome to #266 of Catfish On Ice! In today's episode Chad is riding solo and looks at what Barry Trotz's offseason blueprint could be to get the Predators back into playoff contention next season. Also we list off the top players most critical to the Predators bouncing back next season and look at who the Predators could be drafting with their top-5 pick in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft. Finally, what is to be made of the comments made by Jonathan Marchessault on others on the team's performance...
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 266
In a season with not much to be joyful about, Steven Stamkos and Fedor Svechkov helped propel the Nashville Predators to a shocking comeback win over the Islanders. Chad and Max break down how important this win was for the psyche of the team. Steven Stamkos is taking on the mentor role going into the offseason and Fedor Svechkov is a vital piece to bouncing back in 2025.-26. The guys dive deeper into that. The historically bad Nashville Predators season has just 4 games left. The guys list what...
Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 265
Welcome to a loaded Ep.264 LIVE STREAM of CATFISH ON ICE! -Opening Faceoff: Latest NHL Draft Lottery Scenarios and where the Preds need to land -Stanley Cup Playoff race is at boiling point. A lot of teams still in the hunt! Mason of Blues Fan Reacts joins the show to talk about the surging St. Louis Blues. -Players most vital to Preds returning to the playoffs quickly in 2025-26 -The one player Preds fans should want back most that has been lost in last 2 years. -SMASHVILLE STAT OF THE WEEK: Pr...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 264
Back for a jam packed episode of Catfish on Ice, Ep.263! -Chad & Max dish out there winners and losers at the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline, what really is Barry Trotz's plan for the future? -Preds are in the home stretch of the regular season. What to expect in final 20 games. -Trade Deadline Winners & Losers. Who did the most to bolster their Stanley Cup chances? -What are our dream matchups for the 1st Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Subscribe to the channel and leave a comment in the li...
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 263
Are you not ENTERTAINED??!! Welcome to a 4 Nations Face-Off Battle Royale edition of Catfish On Ice! -Chad & Max on what has been a slam dunk, home run, hat trick event for the NHL with the 4 Nations Face-Off -USA & Canada go Battle Royale, gladiator style. Rematch coming? -Finland set to play upset kings vs Canada, and bench Juuse Saros for Kevin Lankinen. -Preds Thoughts for after the 4 Nations Break Subscribe below, join the live stream and comment on the show! Presented by DraftKings...
Feb 17, 2025•50 min•Ep. 262
Welcome to a LIVE edition of Catfish on Ice! Tonight, Chad Minton and Max Greenberg are predicting their Nashville Predators starting lineup post-Trade Deadline. Who will be gone, who will get more minutes? Also, we're putting the NHL mascots against each other in a battle royale. Who would win? Can Gnash hold up against the other crazy NHL mascots? Subscribe on Youtube, watch us on Facebook, and follow us on X/Twitter! YOUTUBE- / @catfishonicepodcast TWITTER- https://x.com/CatfishIce Presented ...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 261
Welcome to #260 of Catfish On Ice! -In today's show we're first diving into the slump that Juuse Saros finds himself in, while also dissecting Barry Trotz's comments to local media regarding his plans for the 2025 Trade Deadline. -Our Top5 Preds Trade Board. Who is most likely to be traded by Preds in the next few weeks? -Mikko Rantanen Mega Trade between Colorado, Chicago and New Jersey. -Which 5 teams have the best goal songs in the NHL? Chad and Max give out their list of bangers. -SMASHVILLE...
Jan 29, 2025•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 260
Welcome to a LIVE Watchalong Edition of Catfish On Ice Ep.259 with your hosts Chad Minton and Max Greenberg! The guys will be giving live analysis and reaction to the San Jose Sharks vs. Nashville Predators and will look at just how big of a miracle it will take for the Predators to rescue the season. Also, we're looking at some key milestones ahead for key Preds players and a preview of the Four Nations Faceoff. Hit subscribe, comment on the show, smash the like button and join us for the live ...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 259
Ryan O'Reilly is jumping up the trade boards for some NHL teams according to Elliotte Friedman, but Barry Trotz is saying ROR is trade protected. Chad Minton breaks it all down and if ROR should be traded by Trotz. Presented by DraftKings Promo Code THPN https://tinyurl.com/DraftKingsTHPN Presented by GameTime Promo Code THPN gametime.co Subscribe on YouTube and watch our LIVE episode streams and join our hockey community! (2) Catfish On Ice Podcast - YouTube...
Jan 13, 2025•46 min•Ep. 258
Welcome to Ep.257 of Catfish On Ice -The guys answer some burning questions for the second half of the season for the Predators. -Breaking down what went right for the Predators in their back to back wins over Vancouver and Calgary. -Looking ahead to the schedule in January. Can the Preds start finally stacking some wins? -SMASHVILLE STAT OF THE WEEK: Team Finishing and Goal Differential -Titans Time with Max Greenberg: Titans Get the 1st Overall Pick in 2025 Draft...
Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 257
Welcome to Ep.256 of Catfish On Ice, Live Game Reaction episode of Pittsburgh Penguins at Nashville Predators! Plus we break down the Alexandre Carrier trade to the Canadiens, and is Barry Trotz living too dangerously? Also we talk about Nashville's new top line with Steven Stamkos, and give our thoughts on Matt Duchene's candid remarks about his departure from Nashville. Presented by Gametime, Promo Code THPN for $20 Off your first ticket purchase at Gametime.co Presented by DraftKings, Promo C...
Dec 20, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 256
-LIVE Game Reaction of Nashville Predators at Dallas Stars. The guys jump in at the 2nd intermission, watch along in the 3rd period and give instant postgame reaction. -Injuries are plaguing any hopes for the Predators, with Roman Josi being the latest injured player. (28:00) -Is it time for Barry Trotz to come to grips with reality and trade everyone he can? (50:35) -Rest of Season Predictions: How many points will the Preds finish with, who else will get traded, and who will lead the team in g...
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 255
The epic nightmare continues for the Nashville Predators in Ep.254 with Host Chad Minton. -Breaking down the back to back losses to the Maple Leafs and Canadiens -Ryan O'Reilly hits the injury list and could miss multiple weeks. How can he be replaced and what impact will this have on the Predators' offensive woes? -Chad looks at two paths that Barry Trotz has right now on Andrew Brunette. Which Head Coach candidates are best to replace Brunette? Presented by GameTime with Promo Code THPN for $2...
Dec 06, 2024•46 min•Ep. 254
Welcome to Catfish On Ice #253 with Chad Minton and Max Greenberg! -Opening Faceoff: What can the Preds do to salvage their season? (8:55) -Trade reaction, Wedgewood for Annunen. (20:25) -Stamkos comments. Did he call out the teammates or the coach? (30:08) -What each Preds player deserves for Christmas. (46:59) -Smashville Stat of the Week: The Worst of the Worst? (59:58) -Battle for the Central December Power Rankings (1:05:19) Watch out live episodes on YouTube, subscribe to the channel and c...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 253
Welcome to Catfish On Ice #252! -Opening Faceoff: Preds Road Trip is about to conclude in Seattle. Has it been a success or failure? (6:18) Just how hot is Andrew Brunette's coaching seat getting after the Bruins fire their head coach? (19:30) Steven Stamkos finally heating up? (35:55) -Central Division Rundown: Blackhawks, Wild, Jets (46:28) -Battle for the Central Power Rankings Mid November Edition (54:00) -Clutch Performers of the Week (1:05:15) -The controversial and dangerous Ryan Reaves h...
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 252
Welcome to Catfish on Ice #251! -Opening Faceoff: Do we feel better or worse after OT loss to Avs? (6:50) -Rest of the Road Trip doesn't get easier for Preds. (18:30) -Fabbro claimed by CBJ. The ripple effect on the lineup. (20:15) -Shea Weber and David Poile to Hockey Hall of Fame. (34:59) -Ovechkin chasing the Great One. Our Top-5 Active All-Time NHL Players. (43:50) -SMASHVILLE STAT OF THE WEEK: Filip Forsberg (55:00) -Milwaukee Admirals Update (1:06:00) Thanks to our amazing sponsors. Use ou...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 251
Welcome to Ep.250 of Catfish On Ice! -Preds get up off the mat, blank Utah -Forsberg erupts for 2 goals, Saros gets the shutout -Fabbro on waivers, shockwaves for the fanbase, what does that mean for the roster? -Who gets traded first if Trotz rebuilds -Upcoming road trip will be pivotal to direction of the season -Greg Amundsen, creator of Puck Luck Analytics, joins Chad to discuss what has been plaguing the Preds this season. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and watch our live episodes and bon...
Nov 10, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 250
-Emergency State of the Union for the Nashville Predators -How long should Trotz wait to enact his "rebuild process" and what did he mean by his comments. -Instant reaction to the Preds embarrassing 6-2 loss to the Panthers. -Which free agent from this past offseason has been the biggest disappointment? Stamkos, Marchessault, Skjei or Wedgewood? -What are the bright spots the Preds are showing and who is this team's MVP? -Battle for the Central Power Rankings and the 3 Clutch Performers of the W...
Nov 08, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 249
-Chad & Max are back to discuss the Preds horrible start and their bounce back with 3 wins in a row. -What's fueling the streak, and what concerns remain for the team. -How has Zachary L'Heureux looked in his first action in the NHL? -End of October Battle for the Central Power Rankings. How far do the guys drop the Preds? -The Clutch Performers of the Week during the Preds 3-game win streak. -SMASHVILLE STAT OF THE WEEK -Titans Time with Max Greenberg...
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 248
-Top Preseason Storylines -Training Camp standout players -Our first edition of 2024-25, the Battle for the Central Power Rankings -Quick Hitters: Evangelista for the Top Power Play Unit? Is the NHL Preseason really necessary? -Smashville Stat of the Week -Titans Time with Max Greenberg Subscribe to the YouTube channel to watch live episode streams and join our hockey talk with other passionate Preds fans! (57) Catfish On Ice Podcast - YouTube Follow us on X, @CatfishIce (11) Catfish on Ice (@Ca...
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 247
Welcome to a loaded Ep.246 of Catfish On Ice! -Looking at the position battles to watch at Preds Training Camp -Chad ranks his Top-10 MVPS for the Preds heading into the season -Philip Tomasino signs a new deal at the last minute, where is his place in the lineup? -We're joined by a special guest, Keener Jerseys to talk about their customizable NHL jerseys, their relationship with the Preds organization, and the best jerseys in NHL history. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp, give online thera...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 246
Welcome to Ep.245 of Catfish On Ice. -We open the episode with our tributes to Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau as the hockey community mourns their passing. -Chad & Max reveal their Preds Hierarchy for the 2024-25 season, and put the roster into tiers from Elite down to the Prospects. -We wrap up our Season Preview Spotlight series by previewing the Top-6. Can the Preds Top-6 go toe to toe with the elites? -The guys react to the new contracts for Juuso Parssinen and Marc Del Gaizo. -Titans Time ...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 245
Welcome to Ep.244 of Catfish On Ice! -The guys size up the trade return of Yaroslav Askarov. Did Barry Trotz act too fast? -Introducing you to the prospects from the trade -Which players have the most to gain in Preds training camp -Our 2024-25 Season Preview continues with the Bottom 6 of the lineup: Colton Sissons, Michael McCarron, Mark Jankowski Catfish on Ice is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ THPN and get on your way to being your best self Also sponso...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 244
Welcome to a HEATED Ep.243 of Catfish on Ice! -Yaroslav Askarov demands a trade from Nashville. Who's to blame. We're bringing back the segment "Explain Yourself" -Chad and Max disagree on how Yaroslav Askarov is handling this situation -What is the ripple effect of the Cody Glass trade? -Ryan Johansen's contract might get terminated by Flyers -Previewing the Preds Defense for 2024-25 -TITANS TIME with Max Greenberg. The Titans are gearing up for the regular season. What does Max predict for the...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 243
Welcome to a Bonus Edition of Catfish On Ice! -Host Chad Minton jumps behind the mic to react to the Cody Glass trade news. Why the Preds were backed into a corner to make a tough trade. -What will be the ripple effect for Philip Tomasino and Juuso Parssinen now that some money is freed up? -What is the worst current contract on the Predators? Chad goes through the entire projected starting roster. -Bridgestone Arena is found to be one of the most expensive arenas in NHL hockey. Chad breaks down...
Aug 14, 2024•54 min•Ep. 242
