I don't disagree with you that any team can beat any other team on any given night. The difference is that the Flames will have bring the same level of physicality like they did in the previous game to win. Just to clarify, I'm responding to Textcritic who is arguing that the Canucks should be viewed in the 2nd camp. The OP distinguished two groups:
"Avs x 2, Knights x 2, Stars x 2, Canucks, Kings, Panthers, Lightning, Hurricanes, Devils, Flyers" (Tough games)
"Seattle, Preds, Wild, and Ducks are only easier matchups in this final 18 game stretch before 2024." (Easy games)
The difference might be marginal between NHL teams, but the reality is that 16 teams make the playoffs, and the rest don't. I firmly believe the standings at the end of the season will show the Canucks are on different level than the Flames (this year).
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