‘Since the NHL expanded to 22 teams in 1991, five organizations have leaped from last overall to a playoff spot, according to Elias Sports Bureau: the Philadelphia Flyers (2007-08), New York Islanders (2001-02), Boston Bruins (1997-98), Ottawa Senators (1996-97) and San Jose Sharks (1993-94). Change is the common denominator.’
A clean sheet: Sabres start new season with a sense of possibility
Source: Buffalo News