The Predators trail in a series for the first time in the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs after dropping Game 1 to the Winnipeg Jets.
Nashville is now challenged with tying the Round Two series on home ice before heading to Winnipeg for Games 3 and 4. The Preds have won the last two series they've played in that were tied 1-1 (both in the 2017 postseason).
It appeared the Predators might lose Austin Watson for at least Game 2 after the forward left Game 1 in the first period and did not return. The winger participated in Saturday's practice, however, and no injury update was needed. Watson says he felt "great" after the session.
Nashville did not hold a morning skate on Sunday. Below is a projected lineup for Game 2 based on Saturday's practice:
Game 2 Projected Lineup: Jets vs. Predators
Austin Watson Could Return to Predators Lineup After Leaving Game 1
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