The NHL’s upcoming season is sparking speculation as analysts weigh in on potential blockbuster trades and coaching shake-ups. With the league’s new campaign set to begin, experts are already dissecting which moves could reshape teams and which managers might face early pressure. Fans and pundits alike are eager to see which high-profile deals or personnel decisions will dominate headlines before the first puck drops. The focus turns to whether bold transactions or managerial changes will define the early months of the season.

The NHL's 2026-27 season is here, and that means it's time for senior digital correspondent Adam Proteau to share his bold predictions. What blockbuster trades could happen? What coach could be first to be fired?