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First-Round Centers the Predators Should Consider

First-Round Centers the Predators Should Consider

Who are the names the Predators should be target at the center position in the first round?

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Michael Gallagher
Jun 16, 2025
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In my previous draft stories and the draft-primer podcast Braden and I did, I covered the strengths of the top centers in the top half of the draft.

Based on my evaluations, the Predators big board (as far as center is concerned) should read, in order: Michael Misa, James Hagens, Caleb Desnoyers, Anton Frondell, and Brady Martin.

Beyond the big five, there is still plenty of talent at the position, and for some reason if Nashville should go center in Round 1 and not target any of the big five, below are the players it should consider.

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