Roman Josi Injury Adds to Predators' Woes

Nashville Predators captain Roman Josi is sidelined with a lower-body injury sustained during the team's game against the Calgary Flames, where he logged only 5:32 of ice time before leaving. Josi, a key player and former Norris Trophy winner, has been leading the team with 23 points this season, despite the Predators' struggles, including having the worst NHL record at 7-16-6. His absence compounds Nashville's injury woes, with other key players like Gustav Nyquist, Ryan O’Reilly, Jeremy Lauzon, and Alexandre Carrier also out due to injuries. Josi's injury is particularly impactful as he averages 25:40 of ice time, ranking second in the NHL, and is a significant offensive contributor. The Predators have lost eight consecutive games, highlighting a challenging season exacerbated by these injuries.