The Predators are trying to be the last team standing in the Mark Stone sweepstakes. He’s the last big chip remaining out there that can make the Predators infinitely better and increase their Stanley Cup odds. As they’re currently constructed, I have a hard time believing they have the juice to get past the first or second round.
Stone would give the Predators another well-rounded winger to bolster their offense. It’s no secret that the Predators have morphed into a one-line team, keeping them from playing anywhere near their top potential. A player like Stone could send a jolt of energy through this team and make the top two lines one of the best in hockey.