What's interesting is just how Winnipeg is losing so much ground despite grabbing a respectable 14 of 22 points in their last 11 games. They have to hate the OOT scoreboard more than anyone.
Unlike the Canucks, Flames, Kings and Sharks who are capable of fighting for 4 playoff spots (with obvious varying likelihood of grabbing them) Winnipeg only can challenge for the 2 wildcard spots at this point. And with Minnesota overtaking them now, their playoff hopes have gone from pretty high to closer to 50/50 here quickly.
There schedule isn't at all easy either.
Predators, Blues, Panthers, Lightning, Sharks, Blues, Capitals, Oilers, Canucks, Canadiens, Blackhawks, Rangers, Canucks, Wild, Blues, Avalanche, Flames.
Only 4 teams currently not in a playoff position today, two of which are still fighting for their playoff hopes.
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