With the season officially resuming tonight, we look at the contenders, the train wrecks, the trade deadline and more.
The Blackhawks and Rangers are proving that having a solid and reliable backup ensures the No. 1 gets proper rest for the Stanley Cup playoffs. Plus, John Tortorella's still got it.
Sure, Sidney Crosby is leading the way, but the Pittsburgh Penguins are firing on all cylinders for a variety of factors, not the least of which is the work by coach Mike Sullivan.
They're in hockey-humble denial about it, but the matchup between generational stars Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel continues to thrill fans. Plus, Isles staying hot.
A character win by the New York Islanders over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday and recent better play could very well have saved coach Jack Capuano's job. Plus, the Sharks won't last.
After his team lost by double digits at home to the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers coach David Blatt laid down an ultimatum: The team must finish in second place in the Eastern Conference.
