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Predators 6, Avalanche 2
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WhenSun, Oct 25 · 8:00 PM ET
WhereBridgestone Arena
OpponentColorado Avalanche
Colorado AvalancheContextNHL
Game Summary
The Nashville Predators defeated the Colorado Avalanche 6-2 on October 25, 2026, ending a 2-game losing streak. Ryan O’Reilly contributed 2 goals and 2 assists, while Steven Stamkos finished with 2 goals and an assist.
Nashville’s power play supplied 4 goals from 7 opportunities, giving the home side a decisive special-teams advantage. Both O’Reilly goals came on the power play, and Stamkos also scored during a 2-man advantage.
Filip Forsberg opened the scoring and finished with a goal and 2 assists for the Predators. Jack Drury also scored, while Roman Josi added 3 assists to help drive Nashville’s productive offensive night.
The Predators built a 5-0 lead before Artturi Lehkonen scored late in the second period for Colorado. Devon Toews added another Avalanche goal early in the third, but Stamkos restored Nashville’s 4-goal cushion. Justus Annunen made 19 saves for his first victory of the season, while Scott Wedgewood stopped 29 shots for Colorado.
The game in 60 seconds
Predators 6, Avalanche 2 Next up: vs. New York Islanders on October 27.
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Ryan O'Reilly · 2
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| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| NSH | 2 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
Team stats
| COL | NSH | |
|---|---|---|
| Hits | 15 | 18 |
| Power Play Goals | 0 | 4 |
| Faceoffs Won | 23 | 37 |
| Penalty Minutes | 21 | 15 |
Leaders
- NSH · GoalsRyan O'Reilly · 2
- NSH · AssistsRoman Josi · 3
- NSH · PointsRyan O'Reilly · 4
- COL · GoalsDevon Toews · 1
- COL · AssistsMartin Necas · 2
- COL · PointsMartin Necas · 2
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