NHL Face-Off: Icebreaking Week

Flavia Jimenez, Staff Writer • November 5, 2024

Entertainment

NHL breakoff week starting in October

Every professional sports season lasts seven months, and the second week of September, the national hockey league starts off. October 8th was the opening night for the first 6 teams. The headlines surrounding opening week was the beginning of the Florida Panthers’ journey to a consecutive NHL title.

The first six teams who were playing were Seattle Kraken, St. Louis Blues, Boston Bruins, Florida Panthers, Chicago Blackhawks, and the Utah Hockey Club. Oct. 8 was also a memorable day since it will be the debut of Utah Hockey Club. The team, previously known as the Arizona Coyotes, moved to Salt Lake City.

Ryan and Ashley Smith have been owners of the team since April 18, 2024. The 1.2 billion dollar deal cost them more than it should have since they overpaid for trading players, prospects, and members of the coaching staff and management team. The team is now mainly based in Salt Lake City and is playing

Since they were owners of the Arizona Coyotes, they made the choice to change the entire team and move to Utah. New uniforms. Logo, stadium, and most importantly, the players. They had their first round pick this June, getting Tig Iginla from the Kelowna Rockets.

Of all the 32 NHL teams that played in opening week, there was one overall fan favorite that played their best. The Vegas Golden Knights had a spectacular season opener. Winning their first game 8-4 against the Colorado Avalanche. Nothing less is expected from this team since just a year ago they won the Stanley Cup.

They’re star player, Jack Eichel, is 27 years old and is they’re youngest captain. He outdid himself Wednesday October 5th on the first game. Having four assists for eight goals. By each year he proves himself more and more why he is deserving of the C on his jersey

Opening week for the NHL is always a thrilling time for fans and also players. From stunning goals to unexpected upsets, the first week sets the tone for what’s to come in the upcoming season. As all the teams hit the ice and all the rivalries reignite, the league looks forward to the 2024-2025 season.

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Flavia Jimenez

Flavia Jimenez is a sophomore at Fulshear High School. She's been part of Charger Publications for one year. Her favorite things to write about are sports articles. Favorite things to do are write, spend time on her phone, and play pickleball with her friends. She's an only child and has wanted to study sports advertising and marketing at the College of Business Ross, University Of Michigan since she was nine. She's part of four clubs on campus and plays a strong role on the team.