Jason Chen reviews a number of young defensemen who are moving from college (and juniors) to the pro ranks, including new Sabres signee Casey Nelson.
Tim Thomas makes his return to Boston on Tuesday for the first time since getting bounced in the first round of the playoffs in 2011-12, then retiring for a year.
Tuukka Rask gets a big opportunity this season to be the Bruins' starting goalie, with Tim Thomas taking a sabbatical.
Darryl Houston Smith ranks his top 300 NHL prospects, breaking them down into forwards, defensemen and goalies.
Darryl Houston Smith ranks his top 300 NHL prospects, breaking them down into forwards, defensemen and goalies.