Edmonton is a team that will most likely be watching the playoffs this year. Although they almost have a .500 record, they won’t be able to last. Playing as many games as they do against Northwest division rivals, they won’t be able to handle it. All five teams in that division are looking toward the playoffs, but in reality, only three, at most four will make it. Unfortunately, the Oilers will not be among them.
Player to Watch: Shawn Horcoff
14. Los Angeles Kings
Los Angeles has been the only team in the Western Conference to continually to lose. The Kings currently have a three game winning streak, but remain dead last in the NHL in the standings. Short of winning 20 games this season, the Kings will for sure be sitting out of the chase for the Stanley Cup. They have so much young talent, but they continue to let fans down by having a 11-15-1 record at home. Los Angeles will hopefully get a good draft pick and be a contender in next year’s run. Most Los Angeles fans have already given up hope, but this is also why they aren’t so hot—they have no support. The Kings weakness for the past three years has been goaltending. If the Kings can find a goalie, look for them to be a solid team next year.
Player to Watch: Anze Kopitar
15. Chicago Blackhawks
The Hawks are almost .500 as well, but continue to struggle in the season. The further they go, the worse they get. Just coming of an eight-game losing streak, do the Hawks have what it takes to get back in the playoff hunt? With and unhealthy lineup, who knows? With a healthy team and everyone playing like they are expected to, the Blackhawks could be sitting in St. Louis or Columbus spot, which is where they were earlier this season. If they can get healthy once again, watch out for these young guns.
Player to Watch: Patrick Kane
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