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After an off-season of trades and free-agent signings, the NHL shapes up for a wild and wide open battle on the ice for the 2019 Stanley Cup.

 

1.  Tampa Bay - If they stay healthy, the Lightning is primed for one more title run.

 

2.  San Jose - Adding Erik Karlsson to an already strong roster should pay huge dividends for the Sharks, especially if they get off to a fast start.

 

3.  Washington - Defending champs will contend with the NHL’s best come playoff time.

 

4.  Pittsburgh - A well-rested Crosby and Malkin will mean trouble for most teams this season.

 

5.  Winnipeg -  A team designed to grow this season behind Patrik Laine and a solid supporting cast.

 

6.  Toronto -  Tons of talent, but will they perform consistently night-in and night-out?

 

7.  Boston - The Bruins may have the league’s best top line.

 

8.  Nashville - No reason to doubt this President Trophy Team.

 

9.  Vegas -  Will the Golden Knights regress, or will adding Max Pacioretty continue to make their games the hottest ticket in the NHL?

 

10.  Florida - Veteran Roberto Luongo and Mike Hoffman will lead the team to the playoffs.

 

11. Los Angeles 

12. Dallas

13. Philadelphia 

14.  Columbus 

15. Calgary

16. St. Louis

17. Anaheim 

18. Colorado 

19. Minnesota 

20. Edmonton 

21. Buffalo 

22. Carolina 

23. Chicago 

24. New Jersey 

25. New York Rangers 

26. New York Islanders 

27. Arizona 

28.Montreal

29. Detroit 

30. Ottawa

31. Vancouver 

 

Good luck to your favorite team!

 

 

There’s a parade in San Jose, as the Sharks defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning.

 

Enjoy the NHL season!