What we’re seeing in the NHL: 10 too-early takes on Rangers, Elias Pettersson, more

Early in the NHL season, analysts are already drawing conclusions about several teams and players, including the New York Rangers and Vancouver Canucks star Elias Pettersson. The piece offers 10 preliminary observations about trends, performances, and storylines that have emerged in the opening weeks of play. These early takes provide a snapshot of how teams are shaping up, while acknowledging that the season is still young and much can change.