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Carolina Hurricanes right wing Sebastian Aho and Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jake Guentzel enjoyed promising NHL debuts last season. They're among several players potentially on the verge of breakout performances in 2017-18.

Aho and Guentzel are gifted youngsters projected to become NHL stars. They will be expected to build upon the encouraging starts to their respective careers.

Others, such as Hurricanes goaltender Scott Darling and Washington Capitals winger Andre Burakovsky, have several years of NHL experience. This season could see them emerge as full-fledged stars.

Here's a look at the 10 NHL players poised for breakout seasons in 2017-18. We'll examine their strengths and weaknesses, as well as expectations for next season. You can express your opinions on this topic in the comments section below.