With the NHL season approaching, young players under 25 face pivotal seasons to prove themselves. Conor Geekie of the Tampa Bay Lightning, after a promising AHL performance, seeks to secure a top-six role in his final entry-level contract year. Marco Kasper of the Detroit Red Wings aims to rebound from a disappointing sophomore slump, potentially benefiting from a more prominent role alongside veteran wingers. Lastly, Leevi Merilainen, a goalie for the Ottawa Senators, needs to bounce back after a tough season, starting in the AHL, to regain NHL backup potential.
