2021-22 Season Preview

For years, we've been talking about Edmonton's inability to move far in the playoffs despite having two of the best players in the world. Will that finally change this season?

The Vegas Golden Knights are ready to bounce-back from a surprise playoff exit at the hands of Montreal last year. Can they finally go all the way?

The Calgary Flames had a rocky season last year. Will things get better in their return to the Pacific Division?

The Los Angeles Kings have an opportunity to use its youth movement and high-end veterans to take control in the Pacific Division. Will it work?

The NHL's newest franchise will have a recent expansion rival to build upon, but which direction will the Kraken go in the standings this season?

Don't expect big things out of the Anaheim Ducks this year, but can you really count out anything in the Pacific Division?

Vegas and Colorado once again are projected to be among the favorites in the Western Conference. Can either of them take home Lord Stanley's mug in 2021-22?

The next NHL season is just days away. Who will win the league's major awards in 2021-22?

After many off-season distractions, can the San Jose Sharks move on in a positive way this season?

It’s going on 40 years since the NHL last celebrated a three-peat Stanley Cup champion as part of the New York Islanders’ run of four straight titles from 1980-83. The Lightning hope to become the next to do so.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are going to be closer to the bottom than the top as the team enters a new era with a new coach. What positives can be taken out of this team?

The Metro Division is getting billed as the toughest division in the NHL this season. Will it live up to the hype?

The New Jersey Devils are still building towards the future, but can they play spoiler in the Metropolitan division?

The Philadelphia Flyers took a big step back last season. With the roster they have, that can't happen again, right?

The Colorado Avalanche are the top team in the Central Divsion, but a few other units are ready to make it a close battle.

Can the Washington Capitals stay in Cup contention with an aging core, or is it too late for the team to win another title with the current roster?

The Pacific Division isn't looking strong this year, but the eight-team group does have the opportunity for surprises.

The New York Rangers took some positive steps last season, but how will they fare in 2021-22?

Pittsburgh will be without some key players to start the season, so don't expect the same success as in recent years. But don't count them out completely just yet.

The Hurricanes made some questionable off-season moves, but the team still looks destined to be a contender once again.

All eyes are on the New York Islanders this season, as the team looks to take big steps towards a shot at the Stanley Cup.

The Avalanche are expected to be Stanley Cup contenders, but did they learn enough from the playoff loss from last season?

The Winnipeg Jets beefed up the roster for another shot at the Stanley Cup this year. Can they get it done?

The Blues are still in the Cup contention window, but they need to take things a step farther if they want to win in a challenging division this season.