NHL Season Set to Begin This Week

League-Wide Drop of the Puck Scheduled for Wednesday, October 12th

The wait is almost over for hockey fans, as the 2022-23 NHL season is set to begin this week. The league-wide drop of the puck is scheduled for Wednesday, October 12th, with a full slate of games on tap.

The season will open with a matchup between the defending Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche and the Chicago Blackhawks. Other notable matchups on opening night include the Toronto Maple Leafs hosting the Montreal Canadiens, and the Edmonton Oilers taking on the Vancouver Canucks.

There are a number of storylines to watch for this season, including the return of Connor McDavid to the Oilers after missing most of last season with a knee injury. McDavid is one of the most dynamic players in the NHL, and his return should make the Oilers a contender for the Stanley Cup.

Other storylines to watch for this season include:

• The debut of Shane Wright with the Seattle Kraken. Wright was the first overall pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, and he is expected to make an immediate impact for the Kraken.
• The continued development of young stars like Jack Hughes, Trevor Zegras, and Cale Makar. These players are all under the age of 23, and they have already shown that they have the potential to be superstars.
• The impact of the new overtime rules. The NHL has adopted a new overtime format for this season, which will see teams play 3-on-3 for five minutes. If the game is still tied after five minutes, the game will go to a shootout.

The NHL season is always full of surprises, and this year should be no different. With a number of talented teams and players, the race for the Stanley Cup is sure to be exciting.