The Montreal Canadiens were not satisfied with a first-place finish in the Atlantic Division -- and much less so with a first-round exit from the Stanley Cup playoffs. Similarly, the Ottawa Senators, who came within one game of the Stanley Cup Final, may shake up their roster. The Tampa Bay Lightning look to vault themselves back into the Eastern Conference elite after missing the playoffs. (Free agents are unrestricted, unless otherwise noted).
Needs: A raise for 70-point scorer Pastrnak will be the top priority in terms of forwards. Charlie McAvoy should augment the defense corps but adding depth on the back end will also be key for Boston.