The Nashville Predators had a solid season last year that ended in a Conference Semifinal loss to the Phoenix Coyotes. The Predators have had a major departure to their roster, leaving many fans to speculate on this season’s success. The…
Believe what you want, but the Minnesota Wild will not make the playoffs this year. You’ve heard it all before, from Brian Burke going to be the savior for the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Edmonton Oilers picking (insert any…
It has been a tough couple of years for the Dallas Stars. The Stars have not made the playoffs for four consecutive years, three of which have been under once player, now General Manager Joe Nieuwendyk. All that is hopefully…
The Phoenix Coyotes had a scare in the off-season. No, I am not speaking about the never-ending saga of ownership woes, but the potential departure of Team Captain Shane Doan. Thankfully for the Coyotes, Doan has decided to stay with…
Last season’s Southeast Division Champions, the Florida Panthers, will improve upon last year’s success. However, the competition this year will be tougher. The Panthers have been in the league for 18 seasons, only making the playoffs three times before last…
Paul MacLean leads the Ottawa Senators for his second season. Veterans and youth alike returning, the Senators are prime to better last year’s success, perhaps even Stanley Cup bound. Head Coach MacLean came from the Detroit Red Wings as an…
The Toronto Maple Leafs… one team that may actually welcome a NHL lockout. The Maple Leafs have missed seven consecutive post-seasons; their last playoff appearance in the 2003-2004 season, the year before the 2004-2005 NHL lockout. With many top players…
A tough Atlantic Conference is going to make for a tough season for the Philadelphia Flyers. Thanks to an offensively charged offense, the team will be going goal-to-goal with the best of teams. However, a depth deprived defense and a…
The New Jersey Devils surprised everyone last season by making it to the Stanley Cup Finals. With the loss of a key player and the continuing aging of an icon, Devils’ fans need to brace themselves for the upcoming season(s)…
In a six part series, I’ll highlight players from each team in the categories of: Best Draft Pick, Sleeper Pick and Who to Avoid. My picks can be contested; we all have our own opinions. My goal is to help…