Predators’ Ryan O’Reilly Criticizes Own Play After Loss
Ryan O’Reilly has recorded six goals and 10 points in 16 games for the Nashville Predators during the 2025-26 season. After the Predators fell 3-1 to the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night, the veteran forward openly expressed his frustration with his performance and the team's struggles.
“I can’t make a 6-foot pass to save my life… I’ve had one good year in my career.”
— Ryan O’Reilly
O’Reilly, a 17-year NHL veteran who logged 18:54 of ice time and scored a goal in that game, criticized both himself and the team for losing 10 of their last 13 contests.
O’Reilly’s Self-Assessment
“We had a chance to take full control of the game and we didn’t, we let them back in and they pushed back,” he said. “For myself, (a) number-one center, I turned the puck over everywhere. (I) can’t make a six-foot pass to save my life. We’re not going to have much success if I’m playing pathetic like that.”
When asked about the struggles in the offensive zone, O’Reilly responded, “It’s nice having the puck in the offensive zone, but when you don’t win games, it’s disappointing. I just want to win games, it’s as simple as that.”
O’Reilly’s Uncertainty and Determination
“I don’t know the answer,” he added. “I’ve had one good year in my career … I don’t have any answers, that’s for sure.”
The 34-year-old forward was visibly upset but remained candid about the situation.
Summary
O’Reilly’s blunt self-criticism highlights his frustration and the Predators’ current struggles, underscoring a need for improvement both individually and as a team.
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