While the Eastern Confereence is certainly the race that I am watching with most intensity, take a look at the Western Standings. 10 points separate 3rd (Calgary - 95) from 10th (LA - 85). Looks like some wild times coming up.
Have to give the NHL credit for their scheduling. Every game for the last 2 weeks up to the end of the season are huge, for teams trying to make the playoffs.
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I walked past a restaurant yesterday that had a sign in the window that said, "Lobster Tail and Beer." I went in, since I enjoy all three.
I did not like the new schedule format to begin with. I wanted to see teams cross over to play the other conference more.
This run to the playoffs has been very intriguing to say the least. I am enjoying this race and am paying much closer attention to games played by teams other than the Habs.