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Originally Posted by Strange Brew
I've argued before that the differences in strength of schedule in the NHL are very minor compared to all the other factors that are out there so I won't repeat any of that. I will just make a couple of points:
Based on opponent's winning percentage only and nothing else, Flames would gain 3 points on Seattle rest of year. I mention Seattle because they have the hardest remaining schedule of teams Flames are competing with from the division.
The SOS graphs don't take into account home/away. Flames have the easiest SOS remaining in the league but I'd argue the Coyotes have an easier remaining schedule. They have 14 more home games than road games rest of the way. Flames have 3 more road games.
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This is how I see it too: strength of schedule matters and the impact with the parity in the league is marginal.
For me the Flames have to elevate their play to ultimately take advantage of the SOS. If they do, they should be able to increase the impact of points gained given they are playing easier teams.
It's a way better problem to have vs having a really tough schedule and having to play way better.