The Canadian teams have endured a lengthy 32-year Stanley Cup drought, with the Edmonton Oilers' recent defeat marking the latest chapter in this saga. As the offseason unfolds, a closer look reveals the current states of the seven Canadian franchises.

The Calgary Flames, while boasting young talent like Dustin Wolf and promising forwards Matt Coronato and Connor Zary, face a challenging path as they look to retool. The Edmonton Oilers, featuring superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, are poised to make another playoff push but must navigate free agency decisions, particularly concerning Evan Bouchard's contract.

Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens, with a youthful core led by Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield, are several seasons away from contention. The Ottawa Senators have displayed potential but need to fill key positions to truly compete. The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to grapple with playoff performances and contract situations of their core players. The Vancouver Canucks struggle with internal conflicts and need solid leadership to return to form, and the Winnipeg Jets, despite regular-season success, must find a way to translate that into playoff success.