The Philadelphia Flyers are starting off the 2024-25 season with a four-game West Coast road trip, including recent back-to-back games against the Vancouver Canucks and Calgary Flames. It's a grueling schedule to start the season, especially if you're a freshly 18-year-old player who's getting his first taste of the NHL like Jett Luchanko.
Last year, Connor Bedard missed six weeks with a fractured jaw and easily won the Calder Trophy. This year’s NHL rookie crop might not be as forgiving of Macklin Celebrini's injury.
It's clear the Edmonton Oilers must address the Stanley Cup final hangover, penalty kill woes and more after their disappointing 0-2 start, says Jim Parsons.