Mike Johnson joins the show to talk about the teams that are off to surprising starts, the likelihood that teams exceeding our expectations sustain their success, and if there's reason to panic about the teams that are stumbling out of the gate.

1:30 Can the Coyotes create enough offense?

5:00 Is this Sabres team different from last year's version?

12:30 How far can McDavid and Draisaitl carry the Oilers?

22:20 Can the good outweigh the bad for the Sharks?

29:00 Do the Stars need to change the way they play?

34:00 Are the Leafs issues overblown?

39:00 Why are the Lightning starting off so slowly?

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Episode 320: Early Season PDO Benders