They introduced a new four-legged member of the team, scored a few goals and celebrated David Poile’s birthday with a 3-1 victory.
The victory snapped a three-game losing streak and pulled the Predators back within two points of Central-leading Winnipeg, as the Jets fell to Colorado in regulation on Thursday.
Early energy was again the emphasis from the Predators, as Nashville put six shots on goal in the first 80 seconds of the contest.
Brendan Gallagher went off for high-sticking Rocco Grimaldi at 5:53 of the first. Two minutes passed.