It’s finally here, hockey fans. The 2022-23 NHL season has officially begun!
After a long summer away, the NHL has finally returned. A lot has changed for many of the teams across the league, from big free agent signings to unexpected late-night trades that shook things up. If you’re looking for the best teams to watch or what burning question each team will need to answer, we’ve got you covered. Now, however, it’s time to predict how we at ForTheWin see how the upcoming hockey season plays out.
Which teams will finish at the top of their divisions? Who will win the Stanley Cup? How about the coveted NHL awards? To answer these questions — and more! — I’ve asked ForTheWin writers Blake Schuster and Charles Curtis to join me in making our annual NHL season predictions.
Let’s dive in, shall we?