After an expectation-shattering season, do the Nashville Predators have what it takes to keep up with the Central Division?
Nashville Predators (47-25-10,104 points, second in Central Division)
Coach: Peter Laviolette (436-307-25, 14th season, second season with Predators)
Key Departures: Cody Franson, Mike Santorelli
Key Additions: Cody Hodgson, Steve Moses
Key Player: Pekka Rinne
Last season, Rinne was a huge element in the Predators’ success. Rinne posted 41 wins and a .923 save percentage, making him one of the most successful goalies of the 2014-2015 season.