Predators' blue line REVOLUTION begins as Perbix signs: Bigger and younger the key?

Nashville Predators shake up their defense with Nick Perbix signing. Is this the move that helps transform their blue line? Hosts Ann Kimmel and Emma Lingan break down the Predators' latest free agency acquisition. They analyze Perbix's $5.5 million deal, his potential for a larger role, and how his experience with the Tampa Bay Lightning could benefit Nashville. The discussion covers the importance of balancing size and mobility on defense, Barry Trotz's strategy to get younger, and what makes Nashville an attractive destination for free agents. Tune in to hear Perbix's own words on joining the Predators and learn how this signing could reshape Nashville's defensive strategy for the upcoming season.  0:00 Intro: Nick Perbix signs with Nashville Predators5:43 Perbix on learning from Tampa Bay veterans9:46 What appealed to Perbix about Nashville15:16 Perbix likely to pair with Brady Shea20:01 Importance of size and mobility on defense26:46 Adding younger players bridges roster gap30:40 Keys for defensive improvement next season  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOPredators?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow us on Social Media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonpredators/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LockedOnPredatorsTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/LO_PredatorsEmma's Twitter: https://twitter.com/emma_linganAnn's Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnnK_MamaOnIce Join our Locked On Predators Insider Program!https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpredators #NashvillePredators #NHL #Preds Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Wonderful PistachiosGet snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.