That pretty much lines up with how I’d rank the teams. The 6/7 slots could swap depending on how much and how well Pacioretty plays and how badly Babcock damages morale in Columbus.
On paper, the Canes should win another division title. On the ice, though, it will probably depend on whether the power play is decent and how much Bunting and a couple of guys that played below potential last season can contribute. I’d still feel better with a consistent scorer added and am a little concerned about whether the oversupply of RHD will turn out to be a negative due to the need to healthy scratch a guy that should be playing (or use an 11/7 lineup), but the team is good as it is.
count_nuggula
I just hope we can take that next step
notyomamasusername
I agree, I expect a tougher race to Division title this year from the Devils.
They have a good team, a season of experience together and the drive to bring it home.
Going to be a good year.
Medschoolmonkee
I just want to see Lemieux played against FLA the first game we play them. Put him on the ice when Sam Bennett is out there.
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That pretty much lines up with how I’d rank the teams. The 6/7 slots could swap depending on how much and how well Pacioretty plays and how badly Babcock damages morale in Columbus.
On paper, the Canes should win another division title. On the ice, though, it will probably depend on whether the power play is decent and how much Bunting and a couple of guys that played below potential last season can contribute. I’d still feel better with a consistent scorer added and am a little concerned about whether the oversupply of RHD will turn out to be a negative due to the need to healthy scratch a guy that should be playing (or use an 11/7 lineup), but the team is good as it is.
I just hope we can take that next step
I agree, I expect a tougher race to Division title this year from the Devils.
They have a good team, a season of experience together and the drive to bring it home.
Going to be a good year.
I just want to see Lemieux played against FLA the first game we play them. Put him on the ice when Sam Bennett is out there.
And then destroy him.