Here is my Northwest Division final standings for next year.

1. Calgary.  They kept Iginla and Kipper. Dion Ph. will continure to be a top d-man.  I think their new coach will also bring a winning attitude to the franchise. 

2. The MN Wild.  If Gaborik plays the entire season, count on the Wild winning a majority of their games.  Backstrom will win the Vezina. the Wild's d-Fence first policy will only help Backstrom. Not to mention the best fighter in league Boogaard!!!!  

3. Colorado Avalanche.  the addition of Smyth is instant class.  Sakic, no matter how old he is can score goals. if only the Avs had quality in the goal region, maybe they could top out the NW.  

4.  Vanocuver.  The  new jerseys alone will relegate you into this position.   Not to mention you have over rated Swedes in your offense. Man that hurts.   Plus you have to play four games at the toughest road arena in the league, the excel energy center!   

5. Oilers.    Are they still in the Northwest division? I cant remember. Didn't Pronger play for them once?