Some famous franchises were kicked to the curb in the first round of the 2016 NHL playoffs, including the two most successful teams of the last six years. Springtime for fans of the Chicago Blackhawks and Los Angeles Kings is going to feel strange this year, but both clubs are expected to return to the playoffs and have deep runs in the postseason in 2017.
There are a few teams that might have longer building programs. The New York Rangers looked slow and old on the blue line, and the Detroit Red Wings are at a crossroads as Pavel Datsyuk prepares for the next phase of his career.
This summer will be anything but boring, and some of the marquee franchises in the game are impatient for change. Here are the top priorities for teams eliminated in the first round of the playoffs, with a quick look at some possible solutions.
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Top Offseason Priorities for Teams Eliminated in 1st Round of 2016 NHL Playoffs
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