ON THE RISE: Blues and Wild POISED to SHAKE UP Central Division Hierarchy | Who Will CLAIM the Third Spot?

The Minnesota Wild and St. Louis Blues aim to disrupt the Central Division's top three. Matt Boldy's potential point-per-game season and Kirill Kaprizov's contract extension take center stage. Filip Gustavsson emerges as a dark horse Vezina candidate.

Hosts Seth Toupal and Haley Taylor Simon dissect Jim Montgomery's impact on the Blues, Jake Neighbors' breakout potential, and the Wild's promising prospects. They predict the Winnipeg Jets will fall from grace, opening playoff spots for both teams. The duo analyzes Central Division dynamics, debating wild card contenders and potential surprises.

Will the Wild finally break their first-round playoff curse? Can the Blues' offense become a dominant force? Uncover these insights and more as two NHL insiders break down the upcoming season's landscape. Get the full scoop on Central Division predictions and team outlooks now!

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