Jun 15, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning goalie
Ben Bishop(30) makes a save against Chicago Blackhawks center
Andrew Shaw(65) in the second period in game six of the 2015 Stanley Cup Final at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Bennett/Pool Photo via USA TODAY Sports
2. Tampa Bay Lightning
The triplets line formed one of the best possession trios in hockey last season and contributed offense at an alarming rate. Obviously, Steven Stamkos is the straw that stirs the drink in Tampa Bay, but the triplets will once again be a key to this team’s success in 2015-16.
The Lightning have their share of concerns this coming season, as I personally outlined for TheHockeyWriters.com this week. If Tyler Johnson is hampered by his broken wrist it could have a huge impact on one of the best lines in the NHL. And, if the Lightning and Stamkos are unable to agree on an extension, things will get extremely interesting and distracting.
I imagine neither will be an issue as Johnson feels great after his surgery in June and Stamkos should sign at some point in the near future. Look for big things once again from the defending Eastern Conference Champs.
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