Predators Beat Hurricanes 4-1 Behind Saros
Juuse Saros stopped 29 shots as Nashville claimed its second straight win at Bridgestone Arena.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Hockey
The Nashville Predators defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 at Bridgestone Arena on Nov. 3. Juuse Saros made 29 saves, including 12 in the third period, and Roman Josi scored a goal and added an assist.
Why it matters
The win extends Nashville's momentum and moves the Predators to 6-4-5 with 17 points. The game also featured a ceremonial puck drop and video tribute for Pekka Rinne, the franchise's all-time leader in wins.
Saros saved 2.56 goals above expected, holding Carolina to one goal on 3.56 expected goals. Since his 2016 NHL debut, he has led Nashville with 233 wins and 27 shutouts.
The players
Juuse Saros
Finnish goaltender who has been Nashville's starter since 2016 and has led the team in wins and shutouts since then.
Pekka Rinne
Former Predators goaltender who retired in 2021 and is the franchise's all-time leader in wins, shutouts, and playoff wins.
Roman Josi
Swiss defenseman and longtime Predators captain who has been one of the franchise's most prominent players.
The details
Josi scored and Matt Forsberg added two assists, including one on Josi's goal. Before the game, Rinne received a ceremonial puck drop and a video tribute honoring his career with the franchise.
Timeline
Nov. 3: Predators defeat Hurricanes 4-1 at Bridgestone Arena
Nov. 5: Predators visit the Colorado Avalanche at 7 p.m. CT
Nov. 9: Pekka Rinne is inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame
Season Trajectory
Saros's performance continues the goaltending handoff Pekka Rinne set up before retiring in 2021, when Rinne developed him into the team's starter. The Predators' two-game winning streak now comes as Rinne receives Hockey Hall of Fame recognition on Nov. 9.
Saros's 29-save performance and Josi's two-point night strengthen Nashville's standings position heading into the Colorado game. Fantasy managers tracking Saros should note his 4-3-4 record and his recent shutout production.
The takeaway
Saros's ability to outperform expected goals and Rinne's lasting franchise impact show how goaltending depth shapes Nashville's season. Fans tracking the team should watch the Nov. 5 game in Colorado as an early test of the Predators' form.
What happens next
The Predators visit the Colorado Avalanche on Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. CT, and Pekka Rinne will be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame on Nov. 9.
Further reading
Find more Predators coverage in the Nashville Hockey section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Tennessean.
