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The Nashville Predators have released a statement to me/@Outkick regarding Pride Night & in defense of inviting what Christians consider a Jesus-mocking country band, The Cowgays, to sing the National Anthem: “Our fan base, players, staff, and the many artists who perform at Bridgestone Arena represent a wide range of backgrounds and beliefs. We understand that not every element of every event will resonate with every individual, and pleasing everyone is not a realistic goal. What we strive for, consistently, is inclusion – creating opportunities for all members of our community to feel seen and to belong." "We understand that initiatives like Pride Night, Faith and Family Night, Recovery Night, Ford Military Week and celebrations for Black History, API and others can be meaningful and affirming for many, while others may see them differently. It is never our intention to offend or alienate anyone; as an organization, we remain committed to fostering an environment rooted in respect, inclusion and a shared passion for hockey. We will continue listening to our fans, supporting one another and focusing on what unites us: the energy of the game, the spirit of competition and the shared connection that we have in our team and our city.”

The Nashville Predators have released a statement to me/@Outkick regarding Pride Night & in defense of inviting what Christians consider a Jesus-mocking country band, The Cowgays, to sing the National Anthem: “Our fan base, players, staff, and the many artists who perform at Bridgestone Arena represent a wide range of backgrounds and beliefs. We understand that not every element of every event will resonate with every individual, and pleasing everyone is not a realistic goal. What we strive for, consistently, is inclusion – creating opportunities for all members of our community to feel seen and to belong." "We understand that initiatives like Pride Night, Faith and Family Night, Recovery Night, Ford Military Week and celebrations for Black History, API and others can be meaningful and affirming for many, while others may see them differently. It is never our intention to offend or alienate anyone; as an organization, we remain committed to fostering an environment rooted in respect, inclusion and a shared passion for hockey. We will continue listening to our fans, supporting one another and focusing on what unites us: the energy of the game, the spirit of competition and the shared connection that we have in our team and our city.”