We thought we had it locked up about 10 days ago. Only three losses and now things are looking bleak. Its been that kind of ride for those seeking entry into the playoffs in the eastern conference Have you recovered from that hangover yet? We really haven’t.
In a game that really felt like a must win, the Canes never got off the bus. They now have to survive the final three games of the season to cling to that final playoff spot.
The Carolina Hurricanes control their own destiny in the playoff race. There is something to be said for that, but, and it is a large but, they have lost three of four and four of six (it really should have been five of six, if not for late game heroics by Trevor van Riemsdyk against Montreal) and have a one point lead over the Canadiens for the last spot.