Predators' Steven Stamkos doesn't anticipate rebuild, even with a new GM

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Steven Stamkos does not expect a rebuild for the Nashville Predators despite a new general manager being hired this summer. He shared insights from management about the team's near-term direction.

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Steven Stamkos does not expect a rebuild for the Predators
A new general manager is expected to be hired before the June draft
Stamkos shared insights from management about the team's direction
Press conference held at Bridgestone Arena on April 20

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Predators' Steven Stamkos doesn't anticipate rebuild, even with a new GM

A summer of change is ahead for the Nashville Predators, with a new general manager expected to be hired sometime before the draft in June.

But according to Steven Stamkos, that doesn't mean a roster shakeup is coming.

Speaking to reporters at Bridgestone Arena on April 20, Stamkos explained what he has heard from current management regarding the near-term direction of the team.

"The message was the expectation is still to be a competitive team and to push for the playoffs," he said. "I don't anticipate any huge changes. We've talked about, is there going to be a rebuild or this or that? It's safe to say that's not going to be the case."