Forgot to add the important part:
I like it!
It's essentially the same team that was a regular season beast and played some really good hockey last season.
Not a lot of players that are expected to take a step back because of age, a lot of players that could/should take a step forward. More chemistry to begin the season with, more familiarity between the coaches and the players, hopefully less sourpusses in the dressing room.
There has rarely been so much reason for optimism.
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