The NHL season is in full swing and teams are already jockeying for playoff positioning. After missing out on the playoffs last season, five teams in particular have made a strong push to get back into the postseason. The Pittsburgh Penguins, Nashville Predators, Ottawa Senators, Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings are all teams that have the potential to make a deep run in the playoffs this year.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have been one of the most successful teams in the NHL over the past decade. They have won three Stanley Cups in the last 10 years and are looking to make another run at it this year. Led by superstars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, the Penguins have a deep roster of talented players that can make a difference in the playoffs.
The Nashville Predators have been one of the most consistent teams in the NHL over the past few seasons. Led by goaltender Pekka Rinne and defenseman Roman Josi, the Predators have a deep roster that can compete with any team in the league. The Predators have made the playoffs in each of the last four seasons and are looking to make another deep run this year.
The Ottawa Senators have been one of the most surprising teams in the NHL this season. Led by rookie goaltender Matt Murray and veteran forward Bobby Ryan, the Senators have been one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference. The Senators have a deep roster of talented players that can make a difference in the playoffs.
The Buffalo Sabres have been one of the most improved teams in the NHL this season. Led by Jack Eichel and Ryan O’Reilly, the Sabres have been one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference. The Sabres have a deep roster of talented players that can make a difference in the playoffs.
Finally, the Detroit Red Wings have been one of the most consistent teams in the NHL over the past few seasons. Led by Henrik Zetterberg and Dylan Larkin, the Red Wings have a deep roster of talented players that can make a difference in the playoffs. The Red Wings have made the playoffs in each of the last four seasons and are looking to make another deep run this year.
These five teams have all made a strong push to get back into the playoffs this season. With their deep rosters of talented players, they all have the potential to make a deep run in the playoffs this year. It will be exciting to see which of these teams will be able to make it back into the postseason and make a run at winning the Stanley Cup.
