ESPN.com takes a look at what to expect from each NHL team this season, including biggest changes for each, why each can win or lose, goaltending rating and predicted finish.
Metropolitan Division
Clearly, the Hurricanes think they're ready to make noise in the top-heavy Metropolitan Division. Justin Williams, who won his first of three Stanley Cups with the Hurricanes, said it's a big reason he came back: "This is a team on the rise and a team that will surprise a lot of people."
Something special happened when the Blue Jackets ran off 16 straight wins last season: They became believers in themselves and head coach John Tortorella.