The Hockey News' Emma Lingan discusses the heightened expectations for Nashville this season with Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall of 440 Sports.

The Hockey News' Emma Lingan talks Nashville Predators with Michael Gallagher and Braden Gall of 440 Sports on The Gold Standard podcast.

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Steven Stamkos, Brady Skjei and Scott Wedgewood were formally introduced this week as the newest members of the Nashville Predators, and a few themes developed. 

Stamkos openly acknowledging that the team wants to compete for a Stanley Cup is notable, as is the obvious focus on special teams with these key free-agent signings. 

We also talk about the team's heightened expectations after these signings, Stamkos shifting from wing to center, potential forward line combinations for next season and Yaroslav Askarov trade rumors.

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