How about those Maple Leafs? Well, they probably won't be winning the cup but it's nice to have a team that looks like a team out there for a change. They're still a couple of years off in my mind though.
Meanwhile, I always pay attention to the teams with the best goal differential since it's a good indicator of their overall strength this early in the season. So far Colorado and Anaheim look really good. I'd include San Jose in that list except I know they'll somehow choke in the playoff's like usual. The Blues are a good shout out as well, this could be their year if the stars align.