For me it's Ferland (to a lesser extent Bennett, who I'm tempering expectations based on his style of play and adjusting to the NHL). Ferland has shown he can be an impact player with his physical play, with the ability to contribute offensively as well. Would be amazing if he can do that over an 82-game season.
Also, not mentioned already is Colborne. It would be great if he could step his game up a notch this year. Using his body to work the puck in the corners, playing with a bit of an edge (without the dumb penalties of course). We started to see it in the playoffs last year; being healthy should help as well.
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