Even if the Rangers didn't publicly announced they're not expecting to make the playoffs yesterday, it would still be a tough game to pull a W. The NHL has been successful in creating parity in the league. On any given night, any team can beat any other team. There are no gimmie wins anymore.
Last night, Coyotes beat the Wild. A basement team beating a team in a playoff spot currently. You gotta earn each and every win; there is no cake walk. It's why the playoff race is such a dogfight - majority are on the same level.
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