As a Vegas homer, I think this season will be good at proving who was and wasn't a fluke last season among the guys who played out of their minds like Wild Bill, Marchie, Shmidt, etc......but overall I think the team will have more time gelled together and maybe we won't lose Fluery for a huge chunk of the season, then Subban after he steps in and plays well, and then Dansk afte....you get the picture. We'll also see if Glass, Barnstrom, or Suzuki make the team. or that 4th prospect whose name I forget every damn time.
I think this is a team that realistically should be able to make the playoffs and win a series, barring any ridiculous unforeseen events. Good structure, good culture, and good coaching. After that....who knows? Anything can happen in the semi-finals.