Nashville Predators

The Nashville Predators are a professional hockey team based out of the Music City. Nashville actually has a rich history of hockey that no one seems to know about. In 1995, the New Jersey Devils almost re-located to Nashville, but eventually decided to stay put. So in 1997, the NHL granted Nashville an expansion team. The Predators got their name after remains of a saber-toothed tiger were found while excavating in the 1970's. In 2007, Nashville almost lost their beloved team, but their devoted fans rallied and quickly found a new owner.