Nashville faced its toughest test of the years so far and the final statsheet showed just that. The Boston Bruins dismantled the Predators for the team's most lopsided defeat of the season to kick off a two game road trip to the north east.

In each of its prior three road games this season, the Predators have notched at least one point in the standings. One win and two overtime losses were the results of their first road stint. These previous outings showed the team's ability to compete away from home ice. However, Thursday's display showed none of that. Boston controlled the game from the first puck drop to the final buzzer to beat Nashville 6-0.

The loss marks the first time Nashville (3-3-3) has been shut out all season. Bruins backup goaltender Michael DiPietro was the one to earn the clean sheet for Boston. Alternatively, Nashville's backup Justus Annunen had a rough night in his season debut.…