Saros to Miss Predators' Season Opener

Nashville Predators' goaltender Juuse Saros will miss the season opener against the Dallas Stars due to a day-to-day lower-body injury sustained in a recent preseason game. Despite the injury, Saros has downplayed its severity, suggesting it's not major and he is making progress. In his absence, offseason acquisition Scott Wedgewood will start, supported by Matt Murray, who was recalled from the AHL. Saros, who recently signed an eight-year, $61.92-million contract extension, had a mixed 2023-24 season but remains a crucial player for the Predators. Wedgewood, who previously played for the Stars, will face his former team, while Saros may return for the next game in Detroit.