Penguins face long odds to repeat as Cup champs in 2017
The Penguins must overcome rarity of back-to-back titles since 2005 with rivals like the Blackhawks and Capitals remaining strong. Analysts point to tough playoffs, parity, injuries, and a grueling schedule as key hurdles to a repeat in June.
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Top NHL Teams Eye Crowded East Race This Season
Penguins, Capitals, Lightning, Panthers shape competitive Eastern Conference chase as season opens. Crosby and Malkin lead Pittsburgh while Washington seeks another deep run with Holtby Kuznetsov Backstrom. Florida upgrades with Barkov Yandle Demers and Ekblad, Price back for Canadiens boosts playoff push.
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Players to Watch From the NHL Preview
A look at Crosby Ovechkin Kane McDavid Subban Price Weber Burns and Matthews in early season form. Crosby battles concussion while Ovechkin aims for 50 goals again. Kane eyes playoff push as Connor McDavid shines at World Cup and Matthews shows rookie promise for the Maple Leafs.
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Penguins Raise Cup Banner in Season Opener Against Capitals
The Penguins unveil their Stanley Cup champions banner at PPG Paints Arena before facing the Capitals in the season opener. Capitals winger Justin Williams warns of focusing on last year as Crosby and McDavid draw spotlight in a high profile clash. January 2 Winter Classic features Blues against Blackhawks at Busch Stadium.
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Wild West likely to spark a high parity NHL season
The NHL Western Conference should be wide open with parity and tight points. San Jose, Chicago, Los Angeles, Anaheim, St. Louis and Dallas headline contenders while Detroit shifts to the East as a Stanley Cup favorite. Watch for Blackhawks and Kings bouncing back after rough 2016 exits.
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NHL Power Moves Crown 2016 Offseason Trades And Signings
Sharks reach Stanley Cup Final rematch with Pittsburgh while shining at the World Cup with Couture Thornton Burns Vlasic and Boedker joining Canada. Teams add Lucic Eriksson Brouwer Staal as McDavid and Sedin twins seek another postseason run. Hitchcock planning retirement as Yeo to take over Blues.
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