As their roster is currently constructed, the Penguins don't figure to be among a select group of Stanley Cup favorites heading into this coming season.
That said, barring decimating injuries the Penguins should comfortably secure a postseason berth and finish inside the top three of the Metropolitan Division that shouldn't be quite as strong as it has been for the past several seasons.
It's not a secret that anything can happen once you make the postseason. While seeding plays a role in matchups and home-ice advantage, the rest of your regular-season triumphs (or lack thereof) go completely out the window.