Sep. 30, 2024 18:32 PM EDT
Tampa Bay Lightning
Last season: 45-29-8, lost to Florida Panthers 4-1 in first round of playoffs.
COACH: John Cooper (525-279-75 over 11-plus seasons, 2 Stanley Cup titles).
SEASON OPENER: Oct. 11 vs. Carolina.
DEPARTURES: C Steven...
Sep. 30, 2024 13:48 PM EDT
New York Islanders
Last season: 39-27-16 (3rd place in Metropolitan Division, lost to Carolina in five games in first round).
COACH: Patrick Roy (150-104-29 in four seasons with two teams).
SEASON OPENER: Oct. 10 vs. Utah.
DEPARTURES: F Cal...