The Next Preds Star? | Who Should the Predators Select With The 10th Overall Pick?

The Locked On Predators podcast dives into the Nashville Predators' upcoming 10th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, analyzing three top prospects: Tynan Lawrence, a center from Boston University who may return to NCAA hockey; Vigo Bjork, a 5'9" Swedish center transitioning from junior to pro hockey; and Albert Smith, a defensive defenseman from Latvia with elite international experience in Finland and Germany. Host Jack Williams leans toward Smith as the ideal pick, emphasizing the team’s dire need for defensive depth and a player with proven maturity across multiple leagues. The episode also explores growing tension between the Predators and forward Jonathan Marchessault, citing local reporter Alex Daughtry’s report that Marchessault is frustrated with his production and may be open to a trade, especially with a new GM on the horizon. The hosts stress the importance of local reporting and the need for a proactive front office. Finally, the podcast highlights three active Preds prospects—Alex Wang, Cameron Reed, and Igor Surin—still competing in the CHL and KHL playoffs, with potential for Memorial Cup and KHL championship glory, offering fans hope for future NHL contributions.