Here we are, once again, just a day out from another chapter of National Hockey League history waiting to be written. No division in the league represents this passage of time more so than the Pacific, which features some of the best and brightest young stars of today, as well as some of the quickly fading stars of yesteryear.
As is custom during this time of year, we must make our predictions, hopefully with some accuracy. Here’s what the Pacific Division should look like in 2017-18, ranked in reverse order from last to first:
8. Vegas Golden Knights
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For all the feel-good optimism surrounding the Knights going into their inaugural season at the beautiful T-Mobile Arena, it’s difficult to feel optimistic about their chances of finishing anywhere other than last in the Pacific.