New season, new start.
It's time to give the team an identity and stick with it. With additions like Coleman and Zadorov, BT added grit and aggressivity, things that have been lacked.
Monahan, if he still with the team when season starts, will need to put on his working boots. Good news, he can't be worse. Juggling him on 2nd and 3rd center slot could be good. Lindholm is the number one center and fits better with Johnny right now.
Talking about the wolf, Johnny got to sign long term with Calgary. He's the most gifted offensive player by far.
I think Tkachuk should wear the C on his jersey; some say that he's not captain material, but with last year drama when Muzzin shot the puck at him, I think it would be a huge boost for his moral. He's always the first one to back up teammates. With Zadorov and Lucic behind him, he will play the game like he's better at.
Coleman is another Mangiapane's type of guy, fast, gritty and doesnt shy away from the front of the net. He's a winner too.
So,
Captain: Tkachuk
A: Mangiapane
A: Lindholm
A: Tanev
Valimaki needs a long time partner; Andersson.
He will be better and playing all the time with the same guy will benefit him. Like Pietrangelo with JayBo.
Mackey was good last year and he should get a chance, as Kylington. Ruzicka and Phillips should also get a shot.