The Nashville Predators acquired defenseman Jayden Struble from the Montreal Canadiens on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, sending Vegas’ second-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft to Montreal in the trade. Predators President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Chris MacFarland announced the move, which adds a 25-year-old, left-shot blueliner to Nashville’s defensive group early in the 2026-27 NHL season. More Sports News
Predators Add Physical, Mobile Defender
MacFarland described Struble as a physical defenseman who brings mobility and a hard-to-play-against style to Nashville’s blue line. He said the team sees Struble as a young player with room to develop who can grow alongside the Predators’ roster.
Jayden Struble’s 2026-27 Season With Montreal
Struble appeared in three games for the Canadiens this season before the trade. He averaged 12:05 of ice time and recorded four hits and three blocked shots.
Career Statistics and NHL Experience
Struble made his NHL debut in 2023-24 and has spent his entire career with Montreal. Last season, his third in the NHL, the 6-foot, 207-pound defenseman posted 12 points (2 goals, 10 assists) and a +4 rating in a career-high 59 games. He ranked second on the Canadiens with 115 hits.
Across 174 career NHL games, Struble has 35 points (7 goals, 28 assists), 167 penalty minutes and a +3 rating. He has also played in 14 Stanley Cup Playoff games, averaging 11:46 of ice time.
Draft History and College Career at Northeastern
Montreal selected Struble in the second round, 46th overall, of the 2019 NHL Draft. The Cumberland, Rhode Island, native played four seasons at Northeastern University from 2019 to 2023 before turning pro. He served as an alternate captain for the Huskies as a senior and helped Northeastern win the Hockey East regular-season title during his junior year.
Nashville Predators 2026-27 Season Tickets
Full, half and quarter season ticket plans for the 2026-27 Nashville Predators season, presented by Regions Bank, are available. Fans can call 615-770-7800, visit NashvillePredators.com or text PREDS to 833-453-2488 to receive ticket offers by phone.
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