Comprehensive Preview of the NHL 2024-25 Season by The Athletic Experts

The highly anticipated 2024-25 NHL season has sports analysts and fans eager to see how their favorite teams will perform. The Athletic has published a thorough examination of all 32 NHL teams, presented by seasoned sports journalists Sean Gentille, Shayna Goldman, and Dom Luszczyszyn. This series of previews spans from September 30 to October 2, assessing each team in the projected order of their regular-season finish.

Dom Luszczyszyn’s analytical model forms the foundation of these predictions, evaluating potential outcomes in terms of points, playoff possibilities, and chances for winning the Stanley Cup. A detailed breakdown includes a projected point total, predicted playoff outcomes, and insights into each team’s chances for claiming the coveted Stanley Cup. Additionally, a wildcard player is highlighted for each team, a player who might shift forecasts unexpectedly with their on-ice performance.

The projections showcase a wide range of standings expectations, from teams expected to finish low, such as those with 64.7 projected points and a 0 percent chance of making the playoffs, to top contenders poised to finish with up to 110.2 points and a 99 percent playoff probability. Stanley Cup winning odds remain competitive, with leading teams reaching up to a 19 percent chance of victory.

Every team preview covers several critical facets: a roster analysis, one primary question each team faces, and scenarios illustrating the best and worst outcomes this season. This comprehensive approach provides a nuanced perspective on each team’s possibilities for success.

The previews are a continuation of The Athletic’s commitment to providing deep, rigorous sports analysis, with photographers such as Sean M. Haffey and Claus Andersen capturing visuals of key players like Matthew Tkachuk and William Nylander.

Subscribers to The Athletic are promised in-depth coverage and exclusive stories about their favorite players, teams, leagues, and clubs throughout the season, offering a unique view into the world of hockey and beyond.