Zuccarello on line 2 and PP2?

That’s where I would play him too!

What about his chemistry with Kaprisov?

MNBassman is..........


A well known Zuccarello disliker.

Zuccarello doesn't really bring anything of his own to the team. He has chemistry with Kaprizov because he's been attached to his side for 3 years, but outside of that he's not a very good player anymore. Never seems to be healthy by the time the playoffs roll around either. He's been a liability the last two postseasons.

I think the “chemistry” between Kaprizov and Zuccarello is completely overrated!! Plus, he’s a horrible defensive player and a turnover-waiting-to-happen in the neutral zone because he seemingly refuses to learn that you can’t force rink-wide passes there! Bottom line, without Kaprizov on his line, he’s a 3rd liner on his best days!

Spot on!

Interesting. Some questions:

1. Where will Minnesota finish in the ranking?

2. What will most likely be the PP?

3. Who is likely to have a breakout year or who will surprise in terms of point production? Who is advantaged by the line combinations?

4. Who is likely to have a bad year in point production?

5. How many games each goalie is likely to play?