The Predators lost both games in New York over the weekend, a 7-4 loss to the Islanders and a 4-0 loss to the Rangers. Nashville (21-32-7, 49 points) remains in seventh place in the Central Division, four points ahead of the Chicago Blackhawks.

A two-game homestand concludes tonight as the Nashville Predators host the Chicago Blackhawks at Bridgestone Arena for a 7 p.m. CT puck drop. This evening’s contest is the fourth and final meeting between the division rivals this season;