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Carolina Hurricanes
Alexander Nikishin will win the Calder Trophy
The Hurricanes have high hopes for their top prospect, and it looks like he’ll be given every opportunity to thrive. Nikishin has practiced in all situations during training camp, and although he might not start on the power play, it shouldn’t be long until he’s a fixture on the PP and PK. He should see favorable matchups early in the season and, as he grows more comfortable, get more minutes. Double-digit goals and 40-plus points seem like a possibility, and if he’s also part of a top penalty kill on a contender, he should be in position to be the NHL’s top rookie. — Cory Lavalette
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