Predators Sign Marchessault to 5-Year, $27.5M Deal

Jonathan Marchessault has signed a five-year, $27.5 million contract with the Nashville Predators after spending seven seasons with the Vegas Golden Knights, where he won a Stanley Cup and became the franchise's all-time leader in points and goals. Marchessault expressed disappointment that the Golden Knights did not believe in him for the remainder of his career, but he is excited to reunite with former teammate Steven Stamkos, who also signed with Nashville. The Predators made a significant splash in free agency, committing over $100 million to sign Marchessault, Stamkos, defenseman Brady Skjei, and goalie Scott Wedgewood. Nashville's general manager Barry Trotz highlighted the moves as a major step toward their commitment to winning. Marchessault thanked the Golden Knights fans and organization in a heartfelt Instagram post, while Golden Knights fans reacted emotionally to his departure.