Taking a look at five on-ice NHL storylines to keep an eye on now that the 2019-20 season is underway.
By Lyle Richardson, Featurd
On Oct. 2, the curtain rises on the NHL's 2019-20 season. Here's a look at the top-five on-ice storylines to watch as the season unfolds.
Will Lightning Strike in 2020?
After dominating the league standings with a record-tying 62-win performance, the Tampa Bay Lightning were swept by the upstart Columbus Blue Jackets from the opening round of the 2019 playoffs. Dealing with the fallout from that disappointing finish should provide considerable motivation for a better outcome this season.