Mathieu Olivier

Cole Sillinger is envisioning a future where he, Charlie Coyle, and Joonas Kubalik form a cornerstone of the Bruins' forward group for years to come. But Sillinger also knows that chemistry and optimism only go so far - this trio needs to elevate their game and prove they can compete at the highest level. The pressure is on these three to transform potential into production, because Boston's window for contention doesn't stay open forever.

Two of Carolina's veteran leaders are already in the film room studying what Montreal brings to the table, and the focus on Mathieu Olivier suggests the Hurricanes are taking a hard look at how the Canadiens' depth will challenge them. Slavin and Martinook have been through enough playoff wars to know that preparation at this level separates teams that make noise from teams that go home early.