The Nashville Predators are hitting the ice for their upcoming game against the St. Louis Blues with an absolute stunner of a tribute, honoring the legendary Grammy-winning artist Dolly Parton, who sadly passed away earlier this year. Get ready, because their Hometown Remix jerseys are going to feature a commemorative patch dedicated to Music City’s biggest star.
The Icon on the Ice: Details of a Special Jersey
This isn’t just some small nod, either. The patch itself is built around a gold butterfly, bordered in navy, a symbol Parton famously used after her 1974 hit “Love is Like a Butterfly.” How cool is that, giving a shoutout to her own history right there? But wait, there’s more. These special jerseys, which the team will rock during pregame warmups, will also have “Dolly” spelled out on the nameplate, right above each player’s number. Imagine seeing that, an icon’s name front and center, even before puck drop. Nashville Predators CEO Sean Henry totally nailed it, calling it an “incredible honor” to celebrate Dolly. He mentioned she was a “trailblazer” and “one of our inspirations” when they designed these jerseys. You can just feel the respect coming off this move.
Beyond the Game: A Tribute That Gives Back
This tribute isn’t just for show either; it’s doing some serious good. After the game, these special jerseys will go up for auction through the Nashville Predators Foundation. And every single dime they raise is going straight to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Parton, a Tennessee native, wasn’t just a music legend with 11 Grammy Awards and three Emmy Awards and over 100 records sold. Her Dollywood Foundation delivered millions of children’s books across the world. Henry specifically highlighted being “grateful to give back” to both Monroe Carell and her Imagination Library, which he noted “continues to support so many not only in Tennessee, but around the world.” That’s real impact, far beyond any scoreboard.
The NHL actually dropped all 32 Hometown Remix jerseys on Monday, and the whole idea is to celebrate something unique about each franchise. The Predators definitely got it right here, tapping into their city’s heart. Fans will get to see these Hometown Remix jerseys in action for 10 games throughout the entire 2026-27 season. So, while this game against the Blues is the debut, it’s just the start of Nashville showing some serious love to a true legend.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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