As the NHL regular season comes to a close, teams are already shifting their focus to the offseason, where key decisions will shape their futures. With free agency and the NHL Entry Draft on the horizon, teams will be looking to bolster their rosters with new talent and address pressing needs. In a highly competitive league, every move counts, and teams that fail to adapt may find themselves struggling to keep up with the likes of top contenders like the Tampa Bay Lightning and Colorado Avalanche. From re-signing core players to targeting high-profile free agents, we break down the key offseason priorities for each NHL team.

NHL teams' offseason keys, including free agency, draft needs  ESPN