Tyson Jost facilitates Predators' key win over Sharks

Nashville moves into second wild-card spot in Western Conference with victory

Apr. 5, 2026 at 11:10am

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Tyson Jost had a big night, setting up the game-winning goal, scoring an insurance marker, and adding an empty-netter as the Nashville Predators defeated the San Jose Sharks 6-3 on Saturday. Filip Forsberg scored twice and added an assist, while Steven Stamkos, Ryan O'Reilly and Erik Haula also scored for the Predators, who moved into the second wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

Why it matters

The win was crucial for the Predators' playoff hopes, as they look to secure a postseason berth. The Sharks, meanwhile, saw their four-game winning streak snapped, making their path to the playoffs more difficult.

The details

Jost set up O'Reilly's go-ahead goal in the third period, then scored a short-handed insurance goal and an empty-netter. Forsberg scored twice in the first period to give the Predators an early 2-0 lead, and Stamkos made it 3-0 before the Sharks rallied to tie the game. But Nashville regained the lead and held on for the victory.

  • The Predators opened the scoring at 8:38 of the first period on a power play.
  • Forsberg scored his second goal 9:54 after his first.
  • Stamkos made it 3-0 at 16:55 of the opening frame on a power play.
  • O'Reilly scored the go-ahead goal at 8:28 of the third period.
  • Haula added an insurance short-handed goal at 17:26 of the third period.

The players

Tyson Jost

A forward for the Nashville Predators who had a big game, setting up the game-winning goal, scoring an insurance marker, and adding an empty-netter.

Filip Forsberg

A forward for the Nashville Predators who scored two goals and added an assist in the win.

Steven Stamkos

A forward for the Nashville Predators who scored a power-play goal in the first period.

Ryan O'Reilly

A forward for the Nashville Predators who scored the go-ahead goal in the third period.

Erik Haula

A forward for the Nashville Predators who scored a short-handed insurance goal in the third period.

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What they’re saying

“We knew this was a big game for our playoff hopes, and the guys really stepped up tonight. Tyson was a difference-maker, and Filip and the rest of the offense did a great job.”

— John Hynes, Head Coach, Nashville Predators

What’s next

The Predators will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while the Sharks will try to rebound and get back on track.

The takeaway

This was a crucial victory for the Predators, who are now in the second wild-card spot in the Western Conference. Jost's big night was the difference, as his playmaking and goal-scoring helped Nashville overcome a late Sharks comeback and secure the two points.