Stepan joins the Yotes from New York via a trade Friday that included Antti Raanta in a swap for the seventh overall pick in the 2017 NHL Draft and Anthony DeAngelo.

EDGE Analysis

Stepan is probably the odds on favorite to take over the vacant captaincy with Arizona after having served as an alternate for New York. In addition to his leadership, the center will look to extend his four-year 50-plus point streak. The 27-year-old is likely a lock to suit up on Arizona's top power-play unit as well -- a role he thrived in with the Rangers as he notched four goals and 14 helpers while averaging 2:58 of ice time last season. In addition to his impressive offensive stats, Stepan is a solid defender as evident by his plus-19 rating and inclusion on the penalty kill.