Early Issues for the Top-Five NHL Eastern Conference Teams
Despite currently sitting at the top of the standings in the Eastern Conference, these teams could face some issues that may cause them to drop if not addressed.
The Toronto Maple Leafs Pass The First Test Without John Tavares
The Toronto Maple Leafs have lost John Tavares for at least two weeks with a broken finger. Alex Kerfoot moved up to center the second. Kerfoot and Auston Matthews saw season high ice times on Saturday.
The Dallas Stars had some high hopes entering the season, but they’ve really struggled out of the gates and find themselves with only one win through their opening nine games.
Could The Minnesota Wild’s Poor Start Bring About Early Changes?
The Minnesota Wild have plenty of time to change course. If they don’t arrest this skid soon, however, they risk falling into a deep, early-season hole that could jeopardize their playoff hopes.
Middling Wild’s Awful Start to NHL Season Can Be Turning Point
Before yesterday’s 2-0 win over the Ottawa Senators, the Minnesota Wild had been the last team without a point. The offense has struggled, and the same can be said for their defense.
Chemistry. It’s a word that gets bandied about within the confines of NHL dressing rooms almost as often as catch phrases like get pucks deep and got the net.
Can The St. Louis Blues Afford To Keep Alex Pietrangelo?
The 29-year old Alex Pietrangelo is entering the final year of his contract and he’ll be looking for a big, long-term deal. Will the St. Louis Blues be able to keep him?