The 2025 NHL Draft is shaping up to feature a strong OHL class, with nine players selected in the first round of the previous draft, including standout defenseman Schaefer, who captained Team Canada to gold at the Hlinka Gretzky tournament. The Vancouver Canucks are receiving a positive offseason grade as they head into the 2024-25 season, after making significant strides last year by returning to playoff contention. The Boston Bruins addressed their needs by signing Lindholm and adding Zadorov, while still needing to secure goalie Swayman's contract. Additionally, Sam Reinhart's remarkable 57-goal season is expected to regress, as his shooting percentage was unsustainably high, suggesting he will likely score around 30-35 goals this season. Other players, including Brock Boeser, may also face regression after career years. Overall, teams are preparing for an exciting season ahead with a mix of promising rookies and established stars.