There are many ways to rebuild an NHL franchise that has come upon hard times.
In some instances, a big free-agent signing or a big trade will do the trick. Adding the right player or players changes the team's chemistry and talent level, which can lead to a new attitude and a better product on the ice.
In other instances, however, a bigger rebuild is needed. A team needs to make bigger changes, move some core players and "blow up" the roster.
Here is a look at five NHL teams that presently need to (or are already in the midst of making) make major changes to their rosters if they hope to become contenders again.
Feel free to comment on any teams you feel I may have missed and explain why you feel they belong.
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5 NHL Teams That Need to Blow Up the Roster and Start over Right Now
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