The rollercoaster

Having lost to Pittsburgh, the day before yesterday, the Rangers had to win last night. Against....Pittsburgh. And so they did. Jaromir Jagr did well scoring one and getting one assist in the 2-1 OT victory. Much to the delight of his former fans, I imagine.....

Thanks to the victory, the Rangers passed Ottawa. A team which has lost all form during the last week or so. If things go really bad, the Sens might miss out on the playoffs. Not likely, though. The Sens have some decent matches left, which aren't going to be easy. Canadiens (at home), The Maple Leafs (away) and the Bruins (at home). I belive they will make it, and I've stated that they will do so in my prediction for the playoffs. But wouldn't it be a great big shocker if they didn't?

In the West, the playoffs teams are gathering. The following teams have in fact already clinched a playoffs spot:
Red Wings (clinched division), Sharks (clinched division), Wild, Ducks & Stars. The big guns are loading. I can't wait for the showdowns.

In the East, only two teams have yet clinched their spots, and those are two division winners. The Penguins and the Canadiens. I'm impressed by both teams, especially the Pens. Their long term goal to give the younger players a chance is paying off. Well, it's not like Average Joe, 20 years old, is playing for the Pens. I mean, they do have Sid the Kid and Malkin. Let's not forget Fleury, Talbot, Kennedy and Staal. If they all stay with the Penguins, this team could actually build a dynasty for years to come. But I'm afraid that the salary cap might be a problem. We'll see. But this year, the Pens will be a contender. They have a nice mix and a nice game.

I have to comment the Rangers as well. They sort of clinched the playoff spot last night. But at least one more point is needed. They WILL make it.