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The Gold Standard

440 Media, LLC
We talk about the Nashville Predators. There is no better show in Smashville. In fact, one might even go so far as to call it The Gold Standard of Preds podcasts.
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Episodes

Series of (missed) Golden Opportunities

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall break down the Game 6 loss to Vancouver. The power play struggled, the Preds couldn't win at home and couldn't finish games and it's why Nashville's season is over. Line-up decisions, missed opportunities and more. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com You can now watch TGS episodes on the 440 Sports YouTube page.

May 04, 202448 min

Game 5: "I was right!"

Adam Vingan joins Emma Lingan and Braden Gall to break down the Predators Game 5 come-from-behind win over the Canucks. The Preds scored twice in the third period to stay alive and bring the series back to Nashville on Friday night for Game 6. Consistency, Saros, the power play, defense, Tyson Barrie and much more. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com You can now watch TGS episodes on the 440 Sports YouTube page.

May 01, 20241 hr

Preds Total Collapse of the Heart

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators. Who is to be blamed for the historic collapse in Game 4 by the Preds? Coaching, veterans, defense, special teams, Juuse Saros, Colton Sissons, the Canucks? What happened and how does Nashville bounce back? Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Apr 29, 202458 min

Game 3: Special Teams Cost Preds

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators. Special teams on both sides cost the Preds Game 3 at home against Vancouver. The Canucks scored twice on the power play and Nashville is now 1-for-13 on the power play. It might've been their best game of the series and still lost at home with little offense to show for it. What adjustments do we want to see in Game 4? Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Apr 27, 202443 min

Preds, Saros Steal Game 2

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. Despite getting outplayed for most of the game, the Preds figured out a way to steal Game 2 in Vancouver. Juuse Saros, the Identity Line, Andrew Brunette's third-period deployment, Roman Josi, concerns for Game 3 and lots of NHL Playoff news. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Apr 24, 20241 hr 2 min

Gut-Wrenching Game 1

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. Instant reaction to the Game 1 loss to Vancouver: Mental toughness, style of series, Juuse Saros, rust vs. rest and potential line-up changes for Game 2. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Apr 23, 202438 min

Predators vs. Canucks

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. We preview the Predators-Canucks playoff series set to begin on Sunday. The Preds have more experience and are playing better hockey but it is enough to overcome the depth and talent of Vancouver? And who has the coaching edge? The goalie edge? We make official predictions. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Apr 19, 202443 min

Immediate Autopsy of Year One

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. We look back on the first year of Barry Trotz, the first year of Andrew Brunette and evaluate what was accomplished. Records, streaks, Forsberg, Josi, Saros. The immediate instant reaction autopsy of the 2023-2024 Preds. Also, what could relocation and expansion mean for Nashville? The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Apr 17, 20241 hr 7 min

Preds Clinch Playoff Spot

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. A huge response against the Blues, playing better than the record, chasing records, rest vs. rhythm, potential first round match-up and more jersey fouls! The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Apr 11, 202448 min

Losing My Momentum

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. How concerned are we following three straight ugly losses? Is the power play or the defense a bigger concern? The St. Louis game takes on new meaning. The similarities between 2017 and 2024. We are not ashamed of how petty we will be today: uniforms, hockey labels, Mike's tweets and more! The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Apr 04, 202453 min

Feels like '17

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. They just keep winning and winning. In every way imaginable - dominating Florida, a defensive struggle against Detroit and an incredible three-goal comeback against Vegas. Records, awards, playoffs and fan etiquette. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Mar 28, 20241 hr

Record-Setting Streak

Emma Lingan, Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. A record 15-game unbeaten streak has the Preds ready for the postseason. How did it happen? Learning how to play with a lead, finishing games, Roman Josi and Juuse Saros to start. Injuries are hitting the blue line hard and how are the new faces fitting in? The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Mar 21, 202459 min

Preds Trade Deadline Analysis

Michael Gallagher and Emma Lingan talk Nashville Predators hockey. The squad was extremely active during the trade deadline. What do the new pieces bring to the table? But what about the players that didn't get moved? How will the new roster work? And, by the way, the team is still collecting points. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyNews.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Mar 13, 20241 hr 8 min

Be a Playoff Team, Not a Buyer

Michael Gallagher, Emma Lingan and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. The 8-game winning streak is over but the Preds are absolutely now a playoff team. But with the deadline looming, how should Barry Trotz approach his roster? Who could be dealt, who could be targeted and why the Preds resigned Tommy Novak. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyWriters.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Mar 06, 202458 min

Have Your Saros, Make Playoffs Too

Michael Gallagher, Emma Lingan and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. The Preds have won six straight and are back in control of their playoff fates. Why and how did this happen? What should we learn about the future of the team? How does this change their trade deadline strategies? We're streakin! The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyWriters.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Feb 29, 20241 hr 2 min

U2 will believe in Andrew Brunette?

Michael Gallagher, Emma Lingan and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. Two of the worst games of the year followed by two of the best... what is this team? Trade deadline implications. The right way to understand the U2 concert punishment. Do we have definitive evidence of Andrew Brunette's system? The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Subscribe to TheHockeyWriters.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Feb 22, 20241 hr 10 min

Saros Trade Rumors Swirl

Emma Lingan and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. How has the team looked coming off a 10-day break? What do we make of more Juuse Saros trade rumors? Has our prediction changed? Finding a trade partner now versus the offseason? Andrew Brunette's making more roster moves and answering questions about balancing development and winning. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even free-er parking. Subscribe to the 440 YouTube page. Subscribe to...

Feb 15, 202456 min

Preds Second-Half Goals

Michael Gallagher, Emma Lingan and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. What should be the franchise's goals for the final 31 games? Stop pretending, make tough decisions and allow talent to develop? Also, Chicago sucks. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even free-er parking. Subscribe to the 440 YouTube page. Subscribe to TheHockeyWriters.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Feb 08, 20241 hr 3 min

Preds limp into All-Star Break

Michael Gallagher, Emma Lingan and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. The Preds lose three straight heading into the break with glaring issues facing the future of the team. The team is what it is... an average team that is unlikely to make the playoffs. But with young talent, a surging Milwaukee team, a looming trade deadline and a new direction, this could be a good thing. If fans are patient. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even fre...

Feb 01, 20241 hr 1 min

Preds Making Changes

Michael Gallagher, Emma Lingan and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. Roster changes are taking place and line-up changes could be coming as well. What to make of Cody Glass situations, a potential call-up of Egor Afanasyev, Cole Smith's new contract and more. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even free-er parking. Subscribe to the 440 YouTube page. Subscribe to TheHockeyWriters.com and NashvilleHockeyNow.com

Jan 25, 20241 hr 13 min

Collecting Accurate Data

Braden Gall and Micheal Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey with TheHockeyWriters.com Emma Lingan. How should fans feel about the season thus far? Why was the loss to Vegas on Monday night more important than any other this season? What are the three biggest questions for the Preds in the second half? What does Amazon buying Bally's mean for Preds fans? The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even free-er parking. Subscribe to th...

Jan 17, 202458 min

Worst Two Games of the Year?

Braden Gall and Micheal Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey with TheHockeyWriters.com Emma Lingan. The Preds are fresh off the two worst periods of hockey of the year? Is it the system? What's wrong with Juuse Saros? Has our goalie succession plan changed? Can the team still blame growing pains? Positive notes: Trades, back-up goalies, Colton Sissons, Jeremy Lauzon and Michael McCarron. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and eve...

Jan 11, 202449 min

Yaraslov Askarov and Free Agent Decisions

Braden Gall, Micheal Gallagher and Clay Brewer from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey. The Preds snap the losing streak with two wins, including yet another dominating performance against the rival Blackhawks. The penalty kill had a great week and the power play is working too. So is rookie net-minder Yaraslov Askarov, who got his first NHL win over the weekend. How good can he be? Then we dive into every major contract decision facing the Preds - Saros' future, Dante Fabbro, Alex Car...

Jan 04, 202458 min

To Trade, or Not To Trade (Juuse Saros)

Braden Gall and Micheal Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey. The Preds have hit a cold streak during the Holiday Break and it showed in the Carolina loss. Sloppy penalties, bad special teams and another game in which Juuse Saros got pulled. Yaraslov Askarov made his Bridgestone Arena debut and is getting closer to NHL ready. Is now the time to trade Juuse Saros? What is the future of the Preds goal-tending situation? The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check o...

Dec 28, 202345 min

Spreading Bruno's Holiday Culture (with Emma Lingan)

Braden Gall and Micheal Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey with TheHockeyWriters.com Emma Lingan. How are they doing it? How are the Preds continuing to win? What is it about Brunette's culture and communication skills that is working? Why the locker room and organizational culture working? And why boneless wings are a very touchy subject. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even free-er parking. Subscribe to the 440 YouTube...

Dec 20, 202352 min

Can Filip Forsberg be elite?

Braden Gall and Micheal Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey. The Preds have won 11 out of 14 and are finding ways to win even when they don't play their best. Juuse Saros is red hot and so is the penalty kill. But no one is hotter than Filip Forsberg. What is his ceiling and can he be an elite NHL forward? When should fans allow themselves to buy into the Andrew Brunette system? The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even free-e...

Dec 14, 202357 min

Positive First Half Pace

Braden Gall and Micheal Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey. The guys break down two disappointing losses to former coaches but how the team rebounded in a big way against Buffalo and Chicago on the road. Juuse Saros is playing better but is actually the reason this team isn't better - that's right. Guys all over the roster are having career seasons (so far) and Tyson Barrie trade talks heat up. Plus, a young Russian to keep an eye on. The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's o...

Dec 07, 202350 min

The Brunette System Takes Root

Braden Gall and Micheal Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey. Preds are making it count Brunette system taking root Maturing before our eyes Filip Forsberg unlocked Defense getting healthy Gus, Trenin, Tomasino, Fabbro Barry Trotz signings working John Hynes returns The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even free-er parking. Subscribe to the 440 YouTube page.

Nov 30, 202350 min

Historic Turning Point Win?

Braden Gall and Micheal Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey. Preds make history Monday night Matching the Avs energy Beating your archrival Learning how to finish games Most underrated player on the team Reasons for optimism Ryan Johansen's return The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even free-er parking. Subscribe to the 440 YouTube page.

Nov 21, 202335 min

Blame Game: Coaches or Players

Braden Gall and Micheal Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com talk Predators hockey. Worst stretch to date Juuse Saros struggles Defensive injuries, penalty kill Third period weirdness Learning to close games Odd Andrew Brunette odds Novak's injury Who can take advantage of ice time Tomasino's future Chicago coming to town NHL: UK arrest, rule change, Quebec City The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room and even free-er parking. Subscribe to the 440 YouTube ...

Nov 16, 202351 min
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