Towering ex-Rangers forward thriving after trade, sets career high in goals

Adam Edstrom, the towering 6-foot-7 ex-Rangers forward, is on a remarkable scoring streak after being traded to the Nashville Predators. The 26-year-old Swedish native scored his sixth goal of the season on Tuesday, helping the team defeat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1. This marks a new career high in just 15 games, putting Edstrom on a 34-goal pace this season.

Edstrom's impressive performance comes after being traded to the Predators for a fifth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. At the Rangers, Edstrom scored 10 goals in 97 games over three seasons, with his best performance being five goals and nine points in the 2024-25 season. However, after struggling with injuries and limited playing time in New York, Edstrom found success with his new team.

In Nashville, Edstrom has been given a lot of trust by coach Andrew Brunette, who put him on the third line with Jack Drury. He has quickly gained confidence, scoring a pair of goals in the team's fourth game, and has now scored in consecutive games. Edstrom credits his teammates, Colton and Drury, for creating chances and contributing to his success.

Edstrom currently averages 14:59 of ice time per game and has a 57.40% expected goal share in 5v5 situations, the best among Predators forwards according to Natural Stat Trick. The former Rangers forward appreciates the high level of confidence shown by the Predators organization, which he believes has allowed him to showcase his skills.