Overview
- The Nashville Predators promoted Pride Night for Thursday’s home game against the New Jersey Devils, unveiling a rainbow-themed logo and specialty jerseys.
- Bridgestone Arena said the program includes The Cowgays performing the national anthem, plus appearances by Medium Build and Brady Riley.
- The team detailed a plaza party with an interactive “What Does Pride Mean to You” mural and activations from local groups including Imaginarium, Queertopia, and the Frist Museum.
- The Predators said specialty jerseys will be sold and player nameplates auctioned to raise money for LGBTQ+ organizations.
- Social posts announcing the plans drew sharp criticism from conservative figures and outlets, with comments seizing on the team’s Predators name, the “Smashville” nickname, and the Cowgays billing.