2011/2012 NHL discussion

ok, we're a few games into the season - what are the predictions?

As a Flyer fan, I think many are underestimating this team this year. Lots of new faces, yes, but tons of top-end talent up and down the lineup. I think they'll make some serious noise come playoffs.

Still like Richards and Carter, but happy with the talent that Holmgren brought in when they left. I think the trades were good for all parties involved.

Giroux is going to have a very solid year - another year older and now the go-to guy. Playing with JVR (who will have a solid year of his own), and Jagr - that's going to be a formidible line.

I know not everyone will have a career year, but I think Vorcek is an underrated piece of the trade return. This guy has some serious skill.

Pitt will be solid, Caps will be good as well. Lots of people saying Buffalo will be a force in the east, but I just don't see it. A lot better than last year, but I just don;t see them as an elite team.

What say you?