The upcoming matchup between the Predators and the Mammoth promises to be an exciting game, featuring strong lineups and notable players. The game is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on FDSNSO from Utah. Both teams have faced their share of challenges and injuries leading up to this encounter.
Predators’ Projected Lineup
The Predators, with a record of 16 wins, 17 losses, and 4 overtime losses, are set to feature a competitive lineup:
- Filip Forsberg — Ryan O’Reilly — Luke Evangelista
- Michael Bunting — Erik Haula — Steven Stamkos
- Tyson Jost — Fedor Svechkov — Matthew Wood
- Reid Schaefer — Michael McCarron — Cole Smith
- Defense: Roman Josi, Nick Perbix, Brady Skjei, Adam Wilsby, Nicolas Hague, Nick Blankenburg
- Goalie: Juuse Saros, Justus Annunen
Currently, the team has no players scratched but is dealing with injuries to Ozzy Wiesblatt (upper body), Justin Barron (lower body), and Jonathan Marchessault (lower body).
Mammoth’s Projected Lineup
The Mammoth, boasting a record of 18 wins, 18 losses, and 3 overtime losses, will showcase the following players:
- Clayton Keller — Nick Schmaltz — JJ Peterka
- Lawson Crouse — Barrett Hayton — Dylan Guenther
- Michael Carcone — Jack McBain — Daniil But
- Bliam O’Brien — Kevin Stenlund — Alexander Kerfoot
- Defense: Mikhail Sergachev, Sean Durzi, Nate Schmidt, John Marino, Ian Cole, Nick DeSimone
- Goalie: Vitek Vanecek, Matt Villalta
The Mammoth has scratched Olli Maatta, Brandon Tanev, and Kailer Yamamoto recently. Additionally, they are managing injuries to Logan Cooley (lower body), Alex Kerfoot (lower body), and Karel Vejmelka (upper body).
Game Status Report
The Predators held an optional morning skate ahead of the match. In a notable update, goalie Karel Vejmelka has been placed on injured reserve retroactive to December 23, but participated in drills with the team earlier. Mammoth coach Andre Tourigny indicated that Vejmelka is day to day, and Matt Villalta has been recalled from the American Hockey League.
This game represents a critical point for both teams as they strive to improve their standings. Fans can expect a thrilling night of hockey filled with competitive spirit and skill.
