Andrew Brunette, Predators react to two trades as deadline approaches

Coach Andrew Brunette described it as a "sad day" for the Nashville Predators on March 3, but not because of the 3-2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets. "Tough day for a lot of people today," Brunette told reporters at Nationwide Arena. A few hours earlier, Brunette had to manage a bizarre lineup situation with two of his players, Michael McCarron and Cole Smith, both held out for "roster management purposes." Both ended up being traded − McCarron to the Minnesota Wild for a 2028 second-round pick and Smith to the Vegas Golden Knights for a 2028 third-round pick....