O’Reilly’s stated desire to remain with the Predators is surely good news for coach Andrew Brunette, as he’s been appreciative of the Clinton, Ontario native’s on-ice contributions (40 goals and 59 assists in 99 games with Nashville) and — probably just as importantly — his leadership.

Nilsson was one of the more productive U18 players in Sweden’s J20 ranks in his draft year and has been one of the most productive U20 players in the SHL this year (ahead of first-rounders like Edstrom and Michael Brandsegg-Nygard).

The Nashville Predators must look beyond this season. Adam Proteau lists three veterans the team could trade in the right circumstances.

The Sabres are staring down a 14th straight season without playoff hockey, but adding Elias Pettersson could help change that in the future.

On Feb. 4, forward Dylan Guenther’s three-point night in his return to the lineup after nearly a month helped the Utah Hockey Club (22-22-9) end its five-game losing streak against the Philadelphia Flyers.