NHL Season Secrets: Uncover the Surprising Strengths, Hidden Weaknesses, and Game-Changing X Factors for Every Team
Most likely award winner: Connor Hellebuyck, Vezina
Fantasy outlook: Perfetti is poised to join the Jets’ strong corps of competitors as Ehlers’ replacement on the top power play. After getting his legs back under him, new second-line center Jonathan Toews sports sleeper potential in extra-deep leagues.
Bold prediction: Kyle Connor re-signs, makes Mitch Marner money
Last season: 52-26-4 (108 points), lost in the second round
Stanley Cup odds: +1600
Projected points: 99.6
Biggest strength: The Maple Leafs still have a “Core Four” — it just no longer includes Mitch Marner. Joining Auston Matthews, William Nylander and John Tavares in that role is Matthew Knies, who has emerged as the team’s latest breakout star and stands to help the Leafs capitalize on what they can do best: score goals. A healthy Auston Matthews is capable of hitting 50 goals; Nylander could do the same. Tavares and Knies should be aiming for 32-40.
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