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The Vancouver Canucks have the three core ingredients for any good team in captain Quinn Hughes on the blueline, Elias Pettersson at center, and Thatcher Demko between the pipes. But do the Canucks have enough on the rest of the roster to support their dynamic trio? Things got cleared up a little in the summer with the buyout of Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and a full season of Filip Hronek figures to bolster the back end quite a bit. But if things don't go well, how long will their best player's patience hold up? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Canucks ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Rick Tochhet and the Canucks? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Vancouver Canucks have the three core ingredients for any good team in captain Quinn Hughes on the blueline, Elias Pettersson at center, and Thatcher Demko between the pipes. But do the Canucks have enough on the rest of the roster to support their dynamic trio? Things got cleared up a little in the summer with the buyout of Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and a full season of Filip Hronek figures to bolster the back end quite a bit. But if things don't go well, how long will their best player's patience hold up? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Canucks ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Rick Tochhet and the Canucks? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a wild offseason that saw the Blue Jackets draft highly touted prospect Adam Fantilli third-overall, acquire defensemen Ivan Provorov and Damon Severson, and hire-then-fire maligned head coach Mike Babcock, the Columbus Blue Jackets are looking to build some forward momentum as the Johnny Gaudreau era moves into Year 2. Can the young Blue Jackets make good on their substantial potential? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Jackets ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Columbus? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Arizona Coyotes come into the 2023-24 season still uncertain of where their long-term home will be. Mullett Arena is still their home rink for now, but the ongoing search for a new arena location is the dominant storyline coming into the year for a young Coyotes team with plenty to get excited about on the ice, including incoming rookie stud Logan Cooley. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Coyotes ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Arizona? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Stars made it all the way to the Western Conference Finals in 2023, falling short to the eventual cup champion Golden Knights. Will the shrewd addition of Matt Duchene, paired with one of the best lines in hockey, net better results in Big D? Joey Erickson joins to discuss.  What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Stars ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Dallas? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Detroit Red Wings made one of the big splashes of the summer with their trade for ex-Ottawa Senators forward Alex DeBrincat. Will the former 40-goal scorer regain his Chicago Blackhawks form and  propel the Wings out of their years-long rebuild? Or will Steve Yzerman's vision begin to come under more scrutinty? Brian Fisher of Locked On Red Wings discusses.  What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Red Wings ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Detroit? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pittsburgh Penguins made one of the biggest moves of the NHL offseason when they landed 3-time Norris Trophy winner Erik Karlsson from the San Jose Sharks. Is Karlsson's infusion of offense enough to push the Penguins back into the postseason after a disappointing season? And does Karlsson help expand the competitive window of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Penguins ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Pittsburgh? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Rangers replaced head coach Gerard Gallant with veteran bench boss Peter Laviolette over the offseason. Will that change help kickstart the Rangers' youth after years of not quite figuring it out? Jon Chik of Locked On Rangers details what to expect from the Rangers this season. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Rangers ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Blueshirts? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Buffalo Sabres very nearly broke their decade-plus long playoff drought in 2022-23, and are loaded with plenty of up-and-coming young talent. Can the Sabres finally get back into the playoffs led by Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power, Tage Thompson and company? Joe DiBiase of Locked On Sabres discusses.  What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Sabres ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Buffalo? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Minnesota Wild have lost in the opening round of the Stanley Cup playoffs in seven-straight appearances. Can Kirill Kaprizov and company get over the hump with the Russian stars' future in Minnesota beginning to come into focus? Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild discusses.  What is the biggest storyline surrounding Minnesota ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Wild? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Colorado Avalanche are looking to make their way back to the Stanley Cup Final after being upset in the first round by the Seattle Kraken in the 2023 Playoffs. Chris Micieli of Locked On Avalanche joins Locked On NHL to discuss how a revamped roster around superstars Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Maker and Mikko Rantanen is set up to get the 2022 Stanley Cup Champs back to the top of the Western Conference, as they stared down a full season without injured captain Gabriel Landeskog. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Avs ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Colorado? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida Panthers are coming off a magical postseason that saw them beat the historically dominant Boston Bruins in round one and advance to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since the mid-90s, all the while star winger Matthew Tkachuk staked his claim as one of the faces of the NHL. Armando Velez of Locked On Panthers has a breakdown of what's in store as the Panthers look for an encore performance. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Panthers ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Florida? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues were one of the more disappointing teams in the 2022-23 NHL season, and had a mostly quiet offseason, with the addition of Kevin Hayes ranking atop their list of transactions. Can newly-named captain Brayden Schenn and young stars Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou lead the Blues back to the postseason? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Blues ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Blues? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a record-setting regular season was let down by a first-round playoff loss to the Florida Panthers, the Boston Bruins saw franchise Patrice Bergeron and fellow long-time Bruin David Krejci end their careers in Boston over the summer, leaving a substantial hole down the middle of the ice for Boston. Their defense and goaltending still rank among the best in the league, but can Charlie Coyle and Pavel Zacha fill in the void as the team's top-two centermen? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Bruins ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Bruins? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming into the 2023-24 NHL Season, Alex Ovechkin is just 72 goals shy of Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record. But beyond Ovechkin is where the questions for the Washington Capitals lie. Can new coach Spencer Carbery and a renewed focus on youth get the Capitals back to their winning ways after a rough season? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Caps ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Washington? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Anaheim Ducks had one of the worst regular seasons in NHL history a year ago, and were rewarded with the no. 2 pick in the Draft as a result, with which they selected Leo Carlsson. He joins a loaded coast of young players in Orange County that includes still-unsigned Trevor Zegras, Jamie Drysdale, Mason McTavish and freshly extended Troy Terry. Can new head coach Greg Cronin steer the ship in the right direction? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Ducks ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Anaheim? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New Jersey Devils were one of the most exciting teams in the NHL a season ago, and have loaded up more with the long-term signing of Timo Meier and the offseason addition of Tyler Toffoli, who join Jack Hughes, Nico Hischier and the rest of the Devils cast of young talent. After going out in the second round at the hands of the Carolina Hurricanes in 2023, New Jersey is looking to make the jump to true contender status. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Devils ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for New Jersey? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Nashville Predators made major veteran signings with the additions of Ryan O'Reilly and Luke Schenn this offseason. Can those pieces help compliment a young roster loaded with potential but light on experience? Ann Kimmel of Locked On Predators discusses. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Preds ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Nashville? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Calgary Flames missed the 2023 playoffs following the departures of Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Tkachuck a year ago, as their replacements Jonathan Huberdeau and Nazem Kadri couldn't quite match the production of their predecessors. Jess Belmosto of Locked On Flames details what the Flames need to do to rebound, and why goaltender Jacob Markstrom is key to the Flames bouncing back under new head coach Ryan Huska. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Flames ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Calgary? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Philadelphia Flyers underwent a massive front office overhaul this summer, as Keith Jones and Daniel Briere took over as the team's two top decision-makers after former GM Chuck Fletcher was let go on the heels of another disappointing season. The selection of Russian star prospect Matvei Michkov won't pay dividends for a few seasons, but as Locked On Flyers' co-host Rachel Donner details, that's just fine. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Flyers ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Philly? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Vegas Golden Knights cruised to their first ever Stanley Cup against the Florida Panthers in the 2023 Cup Final. What do they have in store for their title defense? And how does the health of captain Mark Stone play into it all? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Golden Knights ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Vegas? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Islanders were a playoff team last season, but exited the postseason in the first round. With no high draft picks in recent years, and very little roster turnover orchestrated by Lou Lamoriello this past summer, can the Islanders realistically improve upon last year's results? Gil Martin of Locked On Islanders discusses. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Isles ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Islanders? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Winnipeg Jets have major questions surrounding the futures of two of their most important players in center Mark Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck. Is this the Jets' last chance to win with this core? Or is already too late? Harrison Lee joins to discuss. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Jets ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Winnipeg? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Kings made one of the biggest moves of the NHL offseason when they traded for Pierre-Luc Dubois from the Winnipeg Jets in an effort to bolster their top-end talent. Can PLD help the Kings get past the Edmonton Oilers and the rest of the Pacific Division? Eddie Garcia of Locked On Kings discusses that and more. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Kings ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for LA? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Toronto Maple Leafs finally broke through and won a playoff series in 2023, but were quickly beaten by the Florida Panthers in the second round. After moving on from Kyle Dubas and hiring Brad Treliving as GM, the Leafs chose to mostly stay the course with their core group of maligned stars. David Morassutti details what to expect from this year's Leafs, and all that's at stake. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Leafs ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Toronto? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl always have the Edmonton Oilers in the contender conversation, but so far they've not yet been able to advance beyond the Western Conference Final. Can their goaltending tandem of Stuart Skinner and Jack Campbell, along with a solid supporting cast finally help Edmonton's stars reach the ultimate goal? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Oilers ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Edmonton? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ottawa Senators have spent the last few seasons working to break free from rebuilding status and rejoin the playoff conversation. Will the addition of goaltender Joonas Korpisalo along with a full season of Jakob Chychrun gets the Sens where they want to go under new owner Michael Andlauer? Brandon Piller of Locked On Senators discusses. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Senators ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Ottawa? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Tampa Bay Lightning were dealt a serious blow before the season when word came down that superstar goalie Andre Vasilevskiy would miss the first two months of the season. Can the ageing Lightning weather his absence in an improved Atlantic Division? Adam Denker details the challenge ahead for Tampa. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Lightning ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Tampa? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a thrilling run to Game 7 of the second round of the playoffs, the Seattle Kraken are looking for more in their third season on the scene. Erica L. Ayala of Locked On Kraken details the changes undergone by last year's surprisingly successful squad, and what needs to happen for a repeat performance in the Emerald City. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Kraken ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Seattle? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Carolina Hurricanes boast one of the best groups of defenders in hockey, and have reached multiple conference finals in recent years. But do they have the juice to get out of the East and into the Stanley Cup Final? Jared Ellis of Locked On Hurricanes details what the Canes have to do to get there. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Canes ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Carolina? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The San Jose Sharks continued their teardown and rebuild over the summer, trading Erik Karlsson to the Pittsburgh Penguins and drafting Will Smith near the top of the first round of the NHL Draft. Can the Sharks succeed at being the worst team in hockey and cement themselves as a high lottery team once again? JD Young of Locked On Sharks joins to discuss. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Sharks ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for San Jose? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Blackhawks were one of the big winners of the NHL offseason, moving up to draft 18-year-old sensation Connor Bedard with the first-overall draft pick. With a collection of other young players at his side and the veteran addition of former MVP Taylor Hall, the Blackhawks are looking to move past the Jonathan Toews / Patrick Kane era and into the future. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Blackhawks ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season the rebuilding Blackhawks? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Blackhawks were one of the big winners of the NHL offseason, moving up to draft 18-year-old sensation Connor Bedard with the first-overall draft pick. With a collection of other young players at his side and the veteran addition of former MVP Taylor Hall, the Blackhawks are looking to move past the Jonathan Toews / Patrick Kane era and into the future. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Blackhawks ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season the rebuilding Blackhawks? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Calgary Flames missed the 2023 playoffs following the departures of Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Tkachuck a year ago, as their replacements Jonathan Huberdeau and Nazem Kadri couldn't quite match the production of their predecessors. Jess Belmosto of Locked On Flames details what the Flames need to do to rebound, and why goaltender Jacob Markstrom is key to the Flames bouncing back under new head coach Ryan Huska. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Flames ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Calgary? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Nashville Predators made major veteran signings with the additions of Ryan O'Reilly and Luke Schenn this offseason. Can those pieces help compliment a young roster loaded with potential but light on experience? Ann Kimmel of Locked On Predators discusses. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Preds ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Nashville? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The San Jose Sharks continued their teardown and rebuild over the summer, trading Erik Karlsson to the Pittsburgh Penguins and drafting Will Smith near the top of the first round of the NHL Draft. Can the Sharks succeed at being the worst team in hockey and cement themselves as a high lottery team once again? JD Young of Locked On Sharks joins to discuss. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Sharks ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for San Jose? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Stars made it all the way to the Western Conference Finals in 2023, falling short to the eventual cup champion Golden Knights. Will the shrewd addition of Matt Duchene, paired with one of the best lines in hockey, net better results in Big D? Joey Erickson joins to discuss.  What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Stars ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Dallas? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Detroit Red Wings made one of the big splashes of the summer with their trade for ex-Ottawa Senators forward Alex DeBrincat. Will the former 40-goal scorer regain his Chicago Blackhawks form and  propel the Wings out of their years-long rebuild? Or will Steve Yzerman's vision begin to come under more scrutinty? Brian Fisher of Locked On Red Wings discusses.  What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Red Wings ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Detroit? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Tampa Bay Lightning were dealt a serious blow before the season when word came down that superstar goalie Andre Vasilevskiy would miss the first two months of the season. Can the ageing Lightning weather his absence in an improved Atlantic Division? Adam Denker details the challenge ahead for Tampa. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Lightning ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Tampa? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a thrilling run to Game 7 of the second round of the playoffs, the Seattle Kraken are looking for more in their third season on the scene. Erica L. Ayala of Locked On Kraken details the changes undergone by last year's surprisingly successful squad, and what needs to happen for a repeat performance in the Emerald City. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Kraken ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Seattle? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida Panthers are coming off a magical postseason that saw them beat the historically dominant Boston Bruins in round one and advance to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since the mid-90s, all the while star winger Matthew Tkachuk staked his claim as one of the faces of the NHL. Armando Velez of Locked On Panthers has a breakdown of what's in store as the Panthers look for an encore performance. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Panthers ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Florida? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Colorado Avalanche are looking to make their way back to the Stanley Cup Final after being upset in the first round by the Seattle Kraken in the 2023 Playoffs. Chris Micieli of Locked On Avalanche joins Locked On NHL to discuss how a revamped roster around superstars Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Maker and Mikko Rantanen is set up to get the 2022 Stanley Cup Champs back to the top of the Western Conference, as they stared down a full season without injured captain Gabriel Landeskog. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Avs ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Colorado? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues were one of the more disappointing teams in the 2022-23 NHL season, and had a mostly quiet offseason, with the addition of Kevin Hayes ranking atop their list of transactions. Can newly-named captain Brayden Schenn and young stars Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou lead the Blues back to the postseason? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Blues ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Blues? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a record-setting regular season was let down by a first-round playoff loss to the Florida Panthers, the Boston Bruins saw franchise Patrice Bergeron and fellow long-time Bruin David Krejci end their careers in Boston over the summer, leaving a substantial hole down the middle of the ice for Boston. Their defense and goaltending still rank among the best in the league, but can Charlie Coyle and Pavel Zacha fill in the void as the team's top-two centermen? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Bruins ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Bruins? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming into the 2023-24 NHL Season, Alex Ovechkin is just 72 goals shy of Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record. But beyond Ovechkin is where the questions for the Washington Capitals lie. Can new coach Spencer Carbery and a renewed focus on youth get the Capitals back to their winning ways after a rough season? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Caps ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Washington? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Arizona Coyotes come into the 2023-24 season still uncertain of where their long-term home will be. Mullett Arena is still their home rink for now, but the ongoing search for a new arena location is the dominant storyline coming into the year for a young Coyotes team with plenty to get excited about on the ice, including incoming rookie stud Logan Cooley. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Coyotes ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Arizona? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New Jersey Devils were one of the most exciting teams in the NHL a season ago, and have loaded up more with the long-term signing of Timo Meier and the offseason addition of Tyler Toffoli, who join Jack Hughes, Nico Hischier and the rest of the Devils cast of young talent. After going out in the second round at the hands of the Carolina Hurricanes in 2023, New Jersey is looking to make the jump to true contender status. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Devils ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for New Jersey? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Anaheim Ducks had one of the worst regular seasons in NHL history a year ago, and were rewarded with the no. 2 pick in the Draft as a result, with which they selected Leo Carlsson. He joins a loaded coast of young players in Orange County that includes still-unsigned Trevor Zegras, Jamie Drysdale, Mason McTavish and freshly extended Troy Terry. Can new head coach Greg Cronin steer the ship in the right direction? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Ducks ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Anaheim? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Philadelphia Flyers underwent a massive front office overhaul this summer, as Keith Jones and Daniel Briere took over as the team's two top decision-makers after former GM Chuck Fletcher was let go on the heels of another disappointing season. The selection of Russian star prospect Matvei Michkov won't pay dividends for a few seasons, but as Locked On Flyers' co-host Rachel Donner details, that's just fine. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Flyers ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Philly? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Vegas Golden Knights cruised to their first ever Stanley Cup against the Florida Panthers in the 2023 Cup Final. What do they have in store for their title defense? And how does the health of captain Mark Stone play into it all? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Golden Knights ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Vegas? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Islanders were a playoff team last season, but exited the postseason in the first round. With no high draft picks in recent years, and very little roster turnover orchestrated by Lou Lamoriello this past summer, can the Islanders realistically improve upon last year's results? Gil Martin of Locked On Islanders discusses. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Isles ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Islanders? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Winnipeg Jets have major questions surrounding the futures of two of their most important players in center Mark Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck. Is this the Jets' last chance to win with this core? Or is already too late? Harrison Lee joins to discuss. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Jets ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Winnipeg? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Kings made one of the biggest moves of the NHL offseason when they traded for Pierre-Luc Dubois from the Winnipeg Jets in an effort to bolster their top-end talent. Can PLD help the Kings get past the Edmonton Oilers and the rest of the Pacific Division? Eddie Garcia of Locked On Kings discusses that and more. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Kings ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for LA? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Toronto Maple Leafs finally broke through and won a playoff series in 2023, but were quickly beaten by the Florida Panthers in the second round. After moving on from Kyle Dubas and hiring Brad Treliving as GM, the Leafs chose to mostly stay the course with their core group of maligned stars. David Morassutti details what to expect from this year's Leafs, and all that's at stake. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Leafs ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Toronto? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl always have the Edmonton Oilers in the contender conversation, but so far they've not yet been able to advance beyond the Western Conference Final. Can their goaltending tandem of Stuart Skinner and Jack Campbell, along with a solid supporting cast finally help Edmonton's stars reach the ultimate goal? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Oilers ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Edmonton? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pittsburgh Penguins made one of the biggest moves of the NHL offseason when they landed 3-time Norris Trophy winner Erik Karlsson from the San Jose Sharks. Is Karlsson's infusion of offense enough to push the Penguins back into the postseason after a disappointing season? And does Karlsson help expand the competitive window of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Penguins ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Pittsburgh? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Rangers replaced head coach Gerard Gallant with veteran bench boss Peter Laviolette over the offseason. Will that change help kickstart the Rangers' youth after years of not quite figuring it out? Jon Chik of Locked On Rangers details what to expect from the Rangers this season. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Rangers ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Blueshirts? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Buffalo Sabres very nearly broke their decade-plus long playoff drought in 2022-23, and are loaded with plenty of up-and-coming young talent. Can the Sabres finally get back into the playoffs led by Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power, Tage Thompson and company? Joe DiBiase of Locked On Sabres discusses.  What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Sabres ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Buffalo? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ottawa Senators have spent the last few seasons working to break free from rebuilding status and rejoin the playoff conversation. Will the addition of goaltender Joonas Korpisalo along with a full season of Jakob Chychrun gets the Sens where they want to go under new owner Michael Andlauer? Brandon Piller of Locked On Senators discusses. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Senators ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Ottawa? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Minnesota Wild have lost in the opening round of the Stanley Cup playoffs in seven-straight appearances. Can Kirill Kaprizov and company get over the hump with the Russian stars' future in Minnesota beginning to come into focus? Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild discusses.  What is the biggest storyline surrounding Minnesota ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for the Wild? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Carolina Hurricanes boast one of the best groups of defenders in hockey, and have reached multiple conference finals in recent years. But do they have the juice to get out of the East and into the Stanley Cup Final? Jared Ellis of Locked On Hurricanes details what the Canes have to do to get there. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Canes ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Carolina? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a wild offseason that saw the Blue Jackets draft highly touted prospect Adam Fantilli third-overall, acquire defensemen Ivan Provorov and Damon Severson, and hire-then-fire maligned head coach Mike Babcock, the Columbus Blue Jackets are looking to build some forward momentum as the Johnny Gaudreau era moves into Year 2. Can the young Blue Jackets make good on their substantial potential? What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Jackets ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Columbus? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Montreal Canadiens have spent the last two seasons at the bottom of the NHL standings, but are Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Martin St. Louis and company about to start turning the corner? With young pieces like Juraj Slafkovsky, Lane Hutson and David Reinbacher in the mix, things are looking up for Montreal. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Habs ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Montreal? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Montreal Canadiens have spent the last two seasons at the bottom of the NHL standings, but are Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Martin St. Louis and company about to start turning the corner? With young pieces like Juraj Slafkovsky, Lane Hutson and David Reinbacher in the mix, things are looking up for Montreal. What is the biggest storyline surrounding the Habs ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what's at stake if this isn't a successful season for Montreal? All that and more on our Locked On NHL Season Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To close out the week it's part four of our Locked On NHL Season Preview series! Today Sarah Avampato guides you through the all-new West Division with the help of the local hosts covering each of the eight teams. Tune in to hear Chris Micieli (Avalanche), Jack Manning (Golden Knights), Thomas Welch (Blues), Rob Leaño (Coyotes), Jack Bushman (Wild), Sharks (JD Young & Kyle Demetrius), Sarah Avampato (Kings) and Jason Hernandez (Ducks) tell you all you need to know about their teams ahead of the season. And of course, Locked On Fantasy Hockey's Scott Cullen is here once again to tell you about a player to target, and a player to avoid on each team when it comes time for your fantasy draft.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you'll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices