First Screen Viewing
Bruins vs. Lightning – 6:30
I’m not sure how the Bruins are doing it. They are missing pretty much all of the blue line they started with, and Patrice Bergeron. And sure, they’ve lost pace with the Sabres, Leafs, and tonight’s opponent, Lightning. But they’re still comfortably in a playoff place, and you have to figure there’s a run coming when everyone is healthy. If everyone is healthy. Meanwhile, the Lightning are simply clocking people left and right, even if they haven’t separated from the Leafs yet. Though soon enough.
Second Screen Viewing
Wild vs. Flames – 7pm
Calgary is coming off putting up nine on the Blue Jackets, and beating some other slapdick team on their recent two-game road trip. The Wild won’t get the benefit of seeing Mike Smith, though both he and Big Save Dave were pilfered by the Jackets. The Wild have hit a bit of a rut and are losing pace with the Jets, Avs, and Predators, which isn’t surprising because they don’t have the weapons those teams do. And the Knights are getting awfully close in the rearview mirror for the last wild card spot.
Other Games
Red Wings vs. Maple Leafs – 6pm
Avalanche vs. Panthers – 6pm
Blue Jackets vs. Flyers – 6pm
Islanders vs. Penguins – 6pm
Canadiens vs. Senators – 6:30
Capitals vs. Coyotes – 8pm
Predators vs. Canucks – 9pm
Devils vs. Kings – 9:30
