Battle of California - Kings, Sharks, and Ducks

Our four part preview of the 2013 season starts with a summarization / recap of the Tampa Bay Lightning's 2011-12 season..

The Sharks are going to face some obstacles this season.

Return trips to the Conference Finals haven't exactly been usual in the recent history of the NHL, but with the shortened season anything may be possible and the Phoenix Coyotes will look to cash in on that uncertainty.

Will the Blues forwards be able to me more consistent with their scoring this year? There's no reason they shouldn't be.