The Montreal Canadiens' rebuilding efforts hinge on two potential star wingers, Juraj Slafkovský and Ivan Demidov, while the Chicago Blackhawks boast a top-heavy system led by Connor Bedard and Artyom Levshunov. The San Jose Sharks are banking on Macklin Celebrini to elevate their status, and the New Jersey Devils have a formidable U23 defensive lineup with Luke Hughes, Anton Silayev, and Simon Nemec. Utah sees promise in Logan Cooley and Dylan Guenther, while Anaheim's potential lies in Leo Carlsson and Mason McTavish. Columbus's rebuild focuses on Adam Fantilli and Cayden Lindstrom, Minnesota's defense is bolstered by Zeev Buium and Brock Faber, Carolina relies on Alexander Nikishin and Seth Jarvis, and Seattle's strength is in its young centers, including Matty Beniers and Shane Wright.