10 storylines to watch entering 2019-20 season
Panthers' playoff push, Ovechkin's quest to 700 goals among highlights
by Dan Rosen @drosennhl / NHL.com Senior Writer
The 2019-20 NHL season begins with four games Wednesday. There will be another 1,267 after that before the Stanley Cup Playoffs begin in mid-April.
Here are 10 of the biggest storylines to follow this season:
Jets season preview: Laine, Connor signed, look to provide boost
Byfuglien's status hangs over Winnipeg days before opener
by Tim Campbell @TimNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
The 2019-20 NHL season begins Oct. 2. With training camps open, NHL.com is taking a look at the five keys, the inside scoop on roster questions, and the projected lines for each of the 31 teams. Today, the Winnipeg Jets.
Capitals season preview: Veterans must step up
Backstrom, Holtby in last season of contract; Carlson to fill leadership void on defense
by Tom Gulitti @TomGulittiNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
The 2019-20 NHL season begins Oct. 2. With training camps open, NHL.com is taking a look at the five keys, the inside scoop on roster questions, and the projected lines for each of the 31 teams. Today, the Washington Capitals.
Golden Knights season preview: Stone expected to lift offense, power play
Having forward for full season should help Pacioretty, Stastny reach potential
by Nicholas J. Cotsonika @cotsonika / NHL.com Columnist
The 2019-20 NHL season begins Oct. 2. With training camps open, NHL.com is taking a look at the five keys, the inside scoop on roster questions, and the projected lines for each of the 31 teams. Today, the Vegas Golden Knights.
Maple Leafs season preview: Marner, Matthews production critical
Each forward is entering first season of new contract; Nylander hoping for resurgence
by Dave McCarthy / NHL.com independent correspondent
The 2019-20 NHL season begins Oct. 2. With training camps open, NHL.com is taking a look at the five keys, the inside scoop on roster questions, and the projected lines for each of the 31 teams. Today, the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Canucks season preview: Pettersson, offense looking to score more
Vancouver adds Ferland, Miller for depth; Markstrom hoping to build on strong second half
by Kevin Woodley / NHL.com Independent Correspondent
The 2019-20 NHL season begins Oct. 2. With training camps open, NHL.com is taking a look at the five keys, the inside scoop on roster questions, and the projected lines for each of the 31 teams. Today, the Vancouver Canucks.
Lightning season preview: Out to rebound from first-round playoff sweep
Counting on Kucherov for strong start with Point sidelined
by Corey Long / NHL.com Independent Correspondent
The 2019-20 NHL season begins Oct. 2. With training camps open, NHL.com is taking a look at the five keys, the inside scoop on roster questions, and the projected lines for all 31 teams. Today, the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Blues season preview: Binnington leads group looking to repeat Cup title
Goalie will try to build on his success as rookie; Faulk could help power play
by David Satriano @davidsatriano / NHL.com Staff Writer
The 2019-20 NHL season begins Oct. 2. With training camps open, NHL.com is taking a look at the five keys, the inside scoop on roster questions, and the projected lines for all 31 teams. Today, the St. Louis Blues.
Sharks season preview: Couture to take on leadership role
Forward named captain after Pavelski departure; Jones needs to find consistency
by David Satriano @davidsatriano / NHL.com Staff Writer
The 2019-20 NHL season begins Oct. 2. With training camps open, NHL.com is taking a look at the five keys, the inside scoop on roster questions, and the projected lines for all 31 teams. Today, the San Jose Sharks.
Penguins season preview: Malkin being counted on to bounce back
Forward's return to form critical; Galchenyuk not alone replacing Kessel
by Wes Crosby / NHL.com Independent Correspondent
The 2019-20 NHL season begins Oct. 2. With training camps open, NHL.com is taking a look at the five keys, the inside scoop on roster questions, and the projected lines for each of the 31 teams. Today, the Pittsburgh Penguins.