Central Division Breakout Candidates

NASHVILLE PREDATORS

Mar 8, 2013; Nashville, TN, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Ryan Ellis (4) shoots against the Edmonton Oilers during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Don McPeak-USA TODAY Sports

Ryan Ellis – This should be the year Ellis comes into his own. All the attention will be on Seth Jones, and he can fly under the radar and I would expect a very productive season from the 3rd year pro.