It’s game 82 of the season for both Calgary and Edmonton tonight, and neither team has much to play for. Neither team can improve their place in the standings with a win tonight. After Vancouver defeated Colorado this afternoon, the Flames know they’re going to finish in fifth in the Western Conference and play the fourth-place Chicago Blackhawks in the first round of the playoffs. Edmonton is going to finish in 11th place, on the outside looking in. Of the two teams, Calgary has more to play for. They’ve had a subpar second half to the season and have run out of time to right the ship. A win tonight would definitely help their confidence.
I can’t decide who I’d rather have win this game. As a Canucks fan, I always like to see Calgary lose. And I have to admit I have a soft spot for the young guns in Chicago, so anything that would keep Calgary’s confidence low and improve Chicago’s chance of beating them is fine by me.
Despite this, I can’t really get behind cheering for Edmonton. Here’s why. Continue Reading »