Canadian NHL teams ranked ahead of the new season

Yahoo Sports evaluates the rankings of Canadian NHL teams ahead of the upcoming season. The Edmonton Oilers occupy the second spot due to the potential of stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, while concerns loom over goaltending. The Ottawa Senators rank third despite losing captain Brady Tkachuk, as they aim to build on last season’s success. The Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks face challenges, with the latter ranked seventh due to a lack of depth and low expectations after a tough previous season. The rankings summarize a mix of talent, recent performance, and future potential as the teams prepare for the new NHL season.

• 2:18 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking the NHL teams in Canada