Dante Fabbro

Dante Fabbro's Rollercoaster Ride: From Hopes to Waivers in a Flash!

The talented defenceman Dante Fabbro has officially landed on waivers after a shaky start this season. Is it all over for the former first-round pick, or could the Oilers swoop in for a fix?

Nashville Predators have made a surprising move by waiving Dante Fabbro, a promising defenceman and former first-round draft pick who was chosen 17th overall in the 2016 NHL Draft. After signing a one-year, $2.5 million contract in the off-season, the expectations were high. However, Fabbro has struggled to find his footing this season, posting zero points and a minus-3 rating in just six games. It seems the Predators, after a period of speculation regarding Fabbro's future with the team, decided it was time to part ways, at least for now.

The hockey world is buzzing with chatter about the potential implications of Fabbro's waiver status. The Edmonton Oilers, in particular, have been linked to the defenceman in the past and could see this as an opportunity to address their ongoing defensive woes. Fans and pundits alike are asking: Could claiming Fabbro on waivers revive his career, or are they just inviting more trouble? With Fabbro's skill set and previous first-round pedigree, he could bring a much-needed spark to the Oilers’ blue line if they choose to take a gamble.

Fabbro, who hails from Coquitlam, BC, will undoubtedly attract interest from teams looking to bolster their defensive roster. His journey has not been without its ups and downs, as he's been a speculative trade candidate for several years now. Waiving him might open new doors for Fabbro, allowing him to find a new home where he might showcase the skills that once had him so highly sought-after in his draft year. Many fans hope this will not be the end of his NHL journey but rather a chance at a fresh start.

As the dust settles on this surprising decision, fans can only wait and see if Fabbro will be claimed off waivers. Interestingly, if no team decides to take him in, he might find himself back in Nashville, needing to prove that he still has a place in the big leagues. One thing is for sure: the business of hockey can be as unpredictable as a game-winning overtime shot!

In addition to his NHL endeavors, Fabbro was an integral part of Team Canada during his junior career, playing a key role in their gold medal win at the 2018 World Junior Championship. Furthermore, as a product of the Coquitlam Express, a team in the BCHL, he has a local fanbase that hopes to see him rebound and succeed, whether it’s with the Predators or a new franchise after being waived. It's all part of the game, and every player knows that every pass can lead to an unexpected turn in their career.