2008–09 Nashville Predators season facts for kids
The 2008–09 season was the tenth time the Nashville Predators played in the National Hockey League (NHL). This article will tell you all about their journey during that exciting year!
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The 2008-09 Nashville Predators Season
The 2008–09 season was a big year for the Nashville Predators ice hockey team. It was their tenth season playing in the National Hockey League (NHL). Every year, teams in the NHL play many games to see who is the best. This season was a chance for the Predators to show what they could do on the ice!
What is the NHL?
The National Hockey League (NHL) is a super important ice hockey league. It's where the best hockey players in North America (and from all over the world!) come to play. Teams from both the United States and Canada compete in the NHL. They all want to win the famous Stanley Cup, which is the championship trophy!
Meet the Nashville Predators
The Nashville Predators are a professional ice hockey team based in Nashville, Tennessee. Their team colors are gold, blue, and white. They play their home games at the Bridgestone Arena. The team joined the NHL in 1998, so the 2008–09 season was their tenth year. They are known for their exciting games and their loyal fans!
How a Hockey Season Works
An NHL season is a long journey for a hockey team. It starts in the fall and goes all the way into the spring. Teams play many games against each other. These games help decide which teams are strong enough to make it to the playoffs. The playoffs are like a big tournament at the end of the season. Only the best teams get to play for the Stanley Cup.
The 2008-09 Season's Games
During the 2008–09 season, the Nashville Predators played many games. Each game was a chance to earn points. Teams get points for winning games or for losing in overtime. These points add up to decide their rank in the standings. The Predators worked hard in every game to try and get closer to a playoff spot.
Understanding the Standings
The standings show how well each team is doing. They list teams by how many points they have. Teams with more points are higher in the standings. The NHL is divided into different groups called divisions and conferences. The Predators play in the Central Division. Here's how the teams in their division ranked during the 2008–09 season:
| Central Division | GP | W | L | OTL | GF | GA | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| y-Detroit Red Wings | 82 | 51 | 21 | 10 | 295 | 244 | 112 |
| x-Chicago Blackhawks | 82 | 46 | 24 | 12 | 264 | 216 | 104 |
| x-St. Louis Blues | 82 | 41 | 31 | 10 | 233 | 233 | 92 |
| x-Columbus Blue Jackets | 82 | 41 | 31 | 10 | 226 | 230 | 92 |
| e-Nashville Predators | 82 | 40 | 34 | 8 | 213 | 233 | 88 |
GP – Games Played W – Wins L – Losses OTL – OT/Shootout Losses GF – Goals For GA – Goals Against PTS – Points
* – Division Leader x – Clinched Playoff spot y – Clinched Division z – Clinched Conference p – Clinched Presidents' Trophy e – Eliminated from Playoff Contention
