Predators Signed Tyson Jost to New Contract
The Nashville Predators have finalized a one-year, two-way deal with forward Tyson Jost.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Hockey
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The Nashville Predators signed forward Tyson Jost to a one-year, two-way contract following his participation in the team training camp on a professional tryout. The 28-year-old veteran returns to Nashville after recording 16 points for the club during the 2025-26 season.
Why it matters
Securing Jost provides the Predators with experienced forward depth ahead of the regular season opener. His familiarity with the system, established during his time on the roster last season, offers the team immediate roster flexibility.
Jost brings 564 games of NHL experience and 46 appearances in the Stanley Cup Playoffs to the Nashville lineup. He logged 69 games and averaged 12:25 of ice time for the Predators during the 2025-26 campaign.
The players
Tyson Jost
He is a 28-year-old NHL forward who was originally selected by the Colorado Avalanche in the first round of the 2016 NHL Draft.
Nashville Predators
They are a professional ice hockey team based in Nashville, Tennessee, that competes in the Central Division of the NHL Western Conference.
The details
Jost initially joined the organization after being claimed off waivers from Carolina on Oct. 1, 2025. After completing his time as a professional tryout attendee during camp, he successfully secured a spot on the roster for the upcoming season.
Timeline
March 14, 1998: Tyson Jost was born.
2016-17: Jost made his NHL debut and played at the University of North Dakota.
Oct. 1, 2025: Nashville claimed Jost on waivers from Carolina.
Sept. 28, 2026: The Predators signed Jost to a contract.
Oct. 1, 2026: Nashville opens the regular season against the Minnesota Wild.
The Big Picture
This move highlights the career progression of a player originally selected in the 2016 NHL Draft. The signing follows a decade-long career path for Jost, who has since logged over 500 games in the league.
Jost's inclusion on a two-way contract provides the team with necessary flexibility to navigate the salary cap and roster limits throughout the season. Fans can look for his impact on the ice when the team opens the regular season against the Minnesota Wild.
The takeaway
Depth signings like this are essential for teams managing long seasons and the potential for mid-season injuries. Jost provides a veteran presence that can rotate effectively into various line configurations when needed.
Further reading
For more news on the roster, visit the Nashville Hockey section.
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