3 NHL teams that should be worried after Week 1

The NHL season has commenced, and a few teams are facing significant concerns after the first week. Three such teams that fans should be worried about are the Detroit Red Wings, Chicago Blackhawks, and Calgary Flames.

The Detroit Red Wings are currently 0-2-0 and have star player Dylan Larkin demanding a trade following booing during their home opener. Additionally, they have stripped him of his captaincy, and the team has not made the playoffs in 10 years. General manager Steve Yzerman was also removed in the offseason. Defenseman Simon Edvinsson has reportedly requested a trade, leading to a difficult start for the Original Six franchise.

The Chicago Blackhawks are also in trouble, with a 0-3 record. Despite the return of franchise player Patrick Kane, the team has yet to score a victory this year. Connor Bedard, their top prospect, has been out with a shoulder injury but there are positive updates on his return. The team needs a successful retool by interim general manager Shawn Horcoff to regain fan support and come to Little Caesars Arena to watch them.

Lastly, the Calgary Flames have started the season with three straight losses, scoring only three goals in these games. They have already put former first-round pick Connor Zary on waivers, indicating their struggles. The only positive aspect is that they will be playing in a new arena next year, but overall, the season has been difficult for the Flames.