NHL's game-changing CBA: Longer seasons, Olympic dreams, and suit-free game days. How will these shifts reshape the Nashville Predators' future? Ann Kimmel and Emma Lingan break down the NHL's new collective bargaining agreement, set to kick in September 2026. They analyze the extended 84-game season, shortened preseason, and tweaked contract terms. The duo explores how these changes could impact the Predators' roster strategy and player development. Key topics include the increased playoff fund, guaranteed Olympic participation, and the end of game day dress codes. Will Roman Josi and Juuse Saros benefit from Olympic opportunities? How might young players' contract negotiations change? Tune in for expert insights on the CBA's far-reaching effects on Nashville's hockey landscape. 0:00 Intro: New NHL collective bargaining agreement5:07 Inside-the-park walk-off home run discussion10:28 Pros and cons of extended NHL season15:07 Impact on young players and veterans20:46 Changes to contract term limits25:58 Playoff fund increase and Olympic participation32:27 No dress code on game day in 202638:58 Closing thoughts on CBA changes  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOPredators?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow us on Social Media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonpredators/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LockedOnPredatorsTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/LO_PredatorsEmma's Twitter: https://twitter.com/emma_linganAnn's Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnnK_MamaOnIce Join our Locked On Predators Insider Program!https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpredators #NashvillePredators #NHL #Preds Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Wonderful PistachiosGet snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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