NHL Weekender: Kings, Avalanche pushing their way into postseason position
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At the end of every workweek, Yardbarker takes a look at what the NHL has in store for the weekend. We'll see whose stock is soaring, who needs to get their acts together and what tilts promise to keep you on the edge of your seat. In this week's edition, thNHL Weekender: Kings, Avalanche pushing their way into postseason position
At the end of every workweek, Yardbarker takes a look at what the NHL has in store for the weekend. We'll see whose stock is soaring, who needs to get their acts together and what tilts promise to keep you on the edge of your seat. In this week's edition, the fight for a playoff spot continues to be tight and two players make NHL history.Who's on fire Last week, we noted that the Capitals had work to do in order to turn a disappointing 4-6-1 line around. They did just that this week, notching three victories in a row to retake the lead in the Metropolitan Division. However, the big winner this week is the team in Columbus. The Blue Jackets have won six straight on their current hot streak and can make it seven in a row when they host the downtrodden Ottawa Senators Saturday.Meanwhile in the Western Conference, even more teams have thrust themselves into the fight for a playoff spot. Not only did the Los Angeles Kings wedge their way into the third-place slot in the Pacific, but the Colorado Avalanche have mov Read more