The NHL season has seen significant upheaval, with three head coaches already dismissed and others facing scrutiny. This has sparked discussions around the 'new coach bump,' where teams show improvement following a coaching change.

Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks is thriving under new coach Anders Sorensen, recently increasing his scoring output. Similarly, Tage Thompson of the Buffalo Sabres is expected to rebound after a team meeting aimed at boosting morale.

David Pastrnak of the Boston Bruins is also anticipated to turn his season around, despite a slow start, as he adjusts to changes in coaching. Meanwhile, the New York Islanders face challenges with their power play and goaltending as they prepare for a matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes.