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Nashville Predators Reassign Ryan Ufko

According to a team announcement, the Nashville Predators have assigned defenseman Ryan Ufko to the AHL’s Milwaukee Admirals. Nashville did not make a corresponding roster move, leaving their active roster with 22 players.

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 6:00 PM
Nashville Predators Reassign Ryan Ufko
Key Things to Know
  • The Nashville Predators assigned defenseman Ryan Ufko to the AHL's Milwaukee Admirals.
  • Nashville made no corresponding transaction, leaving 22 players on the active roster.
  • Head coach Andrew Brunette stated Ufko appeared overwhelmed in the season opener against the Minnesota Wild.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Nashville Predators have officially reassigned defenseman Ryan Ufko to the AHL's Milwaukee Admirals. The team did not announce an immediate corresponding roster move, reducing their active roster to 22 players ahead of their matchup against the Dallas Stars.

Head coach Andrew Brunette noted that Ufko looked overwhelmed during Nashville's regular-season opener against the Minnesota Wild, stating the team preferred him playing regularly rather than sitting out. A 2021 draft pick, the 23-year-old blueliner previously recorded 11 points across 18 NHL games last season.

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