Get ready for the 2025 NHL season! Today is the day when all the teams must submit their opening night rosters, and we've got the inside scoop on who's making the cut. With a cap-compliant limit of 23 players per team, the rosters are set to be announced, and we're here to break it down for you.
Anaheim Ducks:
The Ducks have a full roster of 23 players, including forwards like Leo Carlsson and Mikael Granlund, and defensemen like Radko Gudas and Jacob Trouba. They also have a solid goaltending trio with Lukáš Dostál, Ville Husso, and Petr Mrázek.
Boston Bruins:
The Bruins have a strong forward group with the likes of Viktor Arvidsson and David Pastrňák, and a solid defensive core featuring Jordan Harris and Hampus Lindholm. Their goaltending duo of Joonas Korpisalo and Jeremy Swayman should provide a solid foundation.
Buffalo Sabres:
The Sabres have a young and talented roster, with forwards like Josh Doan and Tage Thompson, and defensemen such as Rasmus Dahlin and Conor Timmins. Their goaltending trio of Colten Ellis, Alexandar Georgiev, and Alex Lyon adds depth to their lineup.
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Calgary Flames:
The Flames have a unique situation with an 8-man defensive lineup, including Rasmus Andersson and Kevin Bahl. They've opted for a smaller forward group of 13, with players like Blake Coleman and Nazem Kadri leading the charge. Their goaltending duo of Devin Cooley and Dustin Wolf will be key to their success.
Carolina Hurricanes:
The Hurricanes have a well-balanced roster with a strong forward group, including Sebastian Aho and Taylor Hall. Their defense is led by Jaccob Slavin and Mike Reilly, while their goaltending trio of Frederik Andersen, Pyotr Kochetkov, and Brandon Bussi provides depth.
Chicago Blackhawks:
The Blackhawks have a young and exciting roster, with forwards like Connor Bedard and André Burakovsky. Their defense is solid with players like Louis Crevier and Matt Grzelcyk, and their goaltending duo of Spencer Knight and Arvid Söderblom will be crucial.
Columbus Blue Jackets:
The Blue Jackets have a solid forward group with players like Yegor Chinakhov and Boone Jenner, and a strong defensive core featuring Ivan Provorov and Zach Werenski. Their goaltending duo of Jet Greaves and Elvis Merzļikins should provide stability.
Dallas Stars:
The Stars have a smaller roster of 21 players, with a forward group including Matt Duchene and Roope Hintz. Their defense is led by Miro Heiskanen and Esa Lindell, while their goaltending duo of Casey DeSmith and Jake Oettinger will be key.
Detroit Red Wings:
The Red Wings have a talented forward group with players like Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane. Their defense is solid with Ben Chiarot and Moritz Seider, and their goaltending duo of John Gibson and Cam Talbot should be a strength.
Nashville Predators:
The Predators have a strong forward group with players like Michael Bunting and Steven Stamkos. Their defense is led by Roman Josi and Brady Skjei, while their goaltending duo of Justus Annunen and Juuse Saros provides a solid foundation.
New Jersey Devils:
The Devils have a well-rounded roster with a strong forward group, including Jesper Bratt and Nico Hischier. Their defense is solid with Dougie Hamilton and Simon Nemec, and their goaltending duo of Jake Allen and Jacob Markstrom should be reliable.
New York Islanders:
The Islanders have a deep forward group with players like Mathew Barzal and Bo Horvat. Their defense is led by Adam Pelech and Ryan Pulock, while their goaltending duo of David Rittich and Ilya Sorokin provides a strong presence in net.
Seattle Kraken:
The Kraken have a young and talented roster, with forwards like Matty Beniers and Jordan Eberle. Their defense is solid with players like Vince Dunn and Adam Larsson, and their goaltending trio of Joey Daccord, Philipp Grubauer, and Matt Murray adds depth.
St. Louis Blues:
The Blues have a well-balanced roster with a strong forward group, including Pavel Buchnevich and Brayden Schenn. Their defense is led by Justin Faulk and Cam Fowler, while their goaltending duo of Jordan Binnington and Joel Hofer should be a strength.
Tampa Bay Lightning:
The Lightning have a deep forward group with players like Anthony Cirelli and Nikita Kucherov. Their defense is solid with Victor Hedman and Ryan McDonagh, and their goaltending trio of Pheonix Copley, Jonas Johansson, and Andrei Vasilevskiy provides a strong net presence.
Toronto Maple Leafs:
The Maple Leafs have a talented forward group with players like Auston Matthews and William Nylander. Their defense is led by Morgan Rielly and Jake McCabe, while their goaltending duo of Cayden Primeau and Anthony Stolarz should be reliable.
Utah Mammoth:
The Mammoth have a strong forward group with players like Dylan Guenther and Nick Schmaltz. Their defense is solid with Ian Cole and Olli Määttä, and their goaltending duo of Vítek Vaněček and Karel Vejmelka provides a strong presence.
Vancouver Canucks:
The Canucks have a deep forward group with players like Brock Boeser and Conor Garland. Their defense is led by Quinn Hughes and Tyler Myers, while their goaltending duo of Thatcher Demko and Kevin Lankinen should be a strength.
Washington Capitals:
The Capitals have a well-rounded roster with a strong forward group, including Alex Ovechkin and Tom Wilson. Their defense is led by John Carlson and Martin Fehérváry, while their goaltending duo of Charlie Lindgren and Logan Thompson provides a solid foundation.
And there you have it! The opening night rosters for the 2025 NHL season. Which teams do you think will make a splash this season? Let us know in the comments, and don't forget to share your predictions!
