S42 was a disappointing season for the Toronto North Stars as they miss the playoff once again. Things will be different this season, and where are three seasons why:
1. The team was able to keep its star player for at least another season. The major loss during the season is the veteran defenseman Jasper Clayton. However, with the emergence of Bob Bergen, Richard Physt and Ti-Guy Emond the top four looks solid and young.
2. Improvement of young players. The youth movement in Toronto is starting to bear fruit. Core players are now younger including the likes of the goalie Tommy Tuck, forward Mikhail Lokitonov and defenseman Bob Bergen.
3. Presence of all star players like Zander Rhys and Chirs York. Both players were in the all-star team and nominated for individual awards. Age is starting to show, but they still have couple of more seasons at the top level before they become a fringe players.