Impact "There is a lot of pressure on me," Guentzel told The Athletic. "But that's what makes it fun. I'm ready for this. I've learned a lot over the years." The pressure is on for Guentzel, who was signed to ostensibly replace former captain, Steven Stamkos. But he proved he was more than Sidney Crosby's wing man once he was traded to Carolina last season. Guentzel stepped up his output, producing 25 points in 17 games with the Canes and then adding another nine in 11 postseason contests. The winger will benefit tremendously from the elite playmaking of Kucherov, who put up 100 assists last season. Guentzel's best season came in 2021-22 when he scored 40 goals and 84 points. A career year may be in the mix.
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