As the opening-round series between the Winnipeg Jets and Colorado Avalanche continues, a quick look under the hood supports the aforementioned theory. Much like when the Vegas Golden Knights reached the top of the mountain last spring with Jack Eichel, Chandler Stephenson, William Karlsson and Nicolas Roy taking the majority of the reps at centre, the Jets and Avalanche feature the type of four-line depth that is required to go on a deep run.
The 2024 NHL trade deadline saw strategic acquisitions that significantly increased team performances. Teams added key players to bolster their playoff chances and address specific needs, demonstrating the critical role of timely trades in shaping a team's success in the NHL playoffs. Key Takeaways Teams strategically strengthened their rosters through impactful trades, targeting specific needs like scoring and defense. New acquisitions like Sean Monahan and Timo Meier quickly became key players, significantly contributing to their teams' successes. Trades were not just for immediate gains; they also set teams up for future success in upcoming seasons. Summary Toggle 1. Casey Mittelstadt – Colorado
The playoffs may not have been a realistic goal for the Montreal Canadiens in 2023-24. For the most part, the Habs met and even exceeded them, even if they can finish in the same spot in the standings two years in a row. Plus, having made some progress in terms of points earned, it's not like the Canadiens haven't improved. Considering general manager Kent Hughes effectively threw in the towel a month before the trade deadline by dealing Sean Monahan early, proper context says the Habs were even better than their current record indicates, probably in line for greater success in 2024-25.
No | Player | P |
---|---|---|
22 | C | |
36 | C | |
39 | G | |
81 | LW | |
2 | D | |
60 | G | |
5 | D | |
27 | LW | |
19 | C | |
37 | G | |
9 | LW | |
15 | C | |
17 | C | |
6 | D | |
23 | C | |
44 | D | |
7 | C | |
62 | RW | |
91 | C | |
4 | D | |
54 | D | |
55 | C | |
88 | D | |
64 | D | |
73 | RW | |
13 | C |