Lapsed fan's guide to the NHL season: Biggest storylines, top contenders, key players to know

Here is a 178-word summary of the news article: The upcoming NHL season is set to begin on Tuesday, and there are several key storylines to follow. The Tampa Bay Lightning, who have won the past two Stanley Cup championships, are favored to make another deep playoff run. However, they face a tough challenge from teams like the Colorado Avalanche, Florida Panthers, and Carolina Hurricanes, all of whom have made significant offseason roster moves. Several high-profile players have changed teams, including Nazem Kadri (from Colorado to Calgary), Johnny Gaudreau (from Columbus to Columbus), and Patrik Laine (from Columbus to Columbus). The league's young stars, including Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews, and Cale Makar, will look to continue their dominance and potentially lead their teams to a championship. With a full 82-game schedule returning after the pandemic-shortened seasons, hockey fans can look forward to an exciting and unpredictable campaign filled with talented players and compelling storylines.