The East Division is the final stop in my trade deadline previews. There are a number of teams in the east that may look to buy for a playoff run, a couple that are hanging in the playoff race, and a couple of likely sellers.
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2020-2021 Mid-Season Rankings: East Division Predictions
Largely billed as the toughest division in the divisional realignment, there are some heavyweights and some promising up and coming teams in the East.
Making the Most of Opportunities
I delve deeper into goal differential to see if we can identify what sets championship teams apart.
Is Offense More Important Than Defense?
If defense isn’t enough to win a Stanley Cup, let’s flip the question on it’s head: does offense win championships?
Oops… The Effect of ‘Bad’ Goals on Team Success
Simply looking at the scoring opportunities against was a very simplified way to look at team defense. What else characterizes a championship caliber team on the defensive side of the puck that separates it from the rest of the pack?
Does Defense Win Championships?
If you follow team sports, you’ve no doubt heard this statement more times that you can count. A google search will turn up a myriad of opinions on the topic, but little conclusive evidence. Is it possible to measure? Does defense win championships in the NHL?