The Chicago Blackhawks were in peak form last year, and they won their second Stanley Cup in four years.
Despite having the most talented team in the league and performing at the top of their game, it still wasn't easy for head coach Joel Quenneville's team.
They were pushed to the limit by the Detroit Red Wings in the conference semifinal, as that series was not decided until Brent Seabrook's overtime goal in the seventh game.
The Boston Bruins had the Blackhawks on the run through much of the Stanley Cup Final until Chicago used a spectacular rally in the sixth game to take the title.
If the Blackhawks are going to defend their title or even advance deep into the playoffs, they are going to have a more difficult road to travel.
In this piece, we rank the biggest problems that Quenneville and the Blackhawks will have to contend with in order assure their continued success.
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