Over the past couple of seasons, I’ve created roster projections for NHL teams, looking to preview how rosters will shake out with new players joining new teams for the new season. These lineup projections become the basis for my standings projections.

This season, in addition to sharing the new tableau viz that I’ve built, I’d like to write up some thoughts on each roster — strengths, weaknesses, how the team could under- or over-perform the projections, and any switches that might make sense to try.

A couple of quick notes before we start. As it stands, the rosters are based on the depths provided for each team at Capfriendly. There are instances where I wished to arrange the lineups a little differently but I’ve left myself out of the lineup decision-making process.

Second, you can visit the viz for yourself, download views, and poke around here. Expect weekly updates up until the beginning of the season.

Third, I’ve built this tool by weaving together WAR data by EvolvingWild via Evolving-Hockey.com, prospects data by Manny Perry, and rosters by Capfriendly. Thanks to each of these incredible sites for the high-quality data they make available.

Last, if you enjoy the tool and wish to contribute to the work I do, you can do so here. Thank you to all those who subscribe!

Okay, let’s get moving.

Boston Bruins