**Preseason projections from models like The Athletic and Stathletes highlight a narrow group of contenders—primarily the Colorado Avalanche (around 110-112 projected), Carolina Hurricanes (defending champions with a projected 112+), Dallas Stars, Vegas Golden Knights, and Tampa Bay Lightning—as the likeliest to reach 110 points in the 84-game schedule.** These clubs return deep cores with elite forwards, strong special teams, and proven regular-season track records, including Colorado’s league-best 121 points last season. Recent form, injury recoveries for key players like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, and goaltending stability will shape outcomes, while the expanded schedule adds minor variance to point totals. Depth and consistency through the long season remain decisive factors in separating these frontrunners from the broader pack.