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Yes they did, and I thought they would make it as well - it was a bit disappointing, but again - people need to look at the big picture. And my point stands, there were no expectations of a playoff run the previous three years.

They weren't expected to make the playoffs these three years, they were doing a total rebuild. Some of you need to step back and rethink your comments. Unless of course you thought we would be in the playoffs the last three years while we were revamping the lineup and developing the youngest team in the league. Right.

Habs just went up 4-1 on the Wings and the home fans are not happy. Lots of booing. Wings respond 4-2

What happened?

To answer your questions - they make the playoffs next year. Legitimately challenge for the Cup within 3-4 years. In the playoffs for the foreseeable future. What is obvious about the youngest team in the league's direction is that the hardest part is done, accumulating talent. The rest is natural growth and experience, and some tweaking of the roster. That's what my eyes see. Your opinion may be different.

The disciplined rebuild in retrospect will be seen as a long-term success. Missing the playoffs this year is just not seeing the big picture that will unfold over the next several years. It seems pretty obvious to me that that is where this team is going.

Mama said knock 'em out of the playoffs

What's happening for those of us unable to view the game? Are we kicking ass? haha

I think we'll finish ahead of the Caps in the standings for the next 7-8 years. Just my opinion.

Close to a 30 goal pace without having played many games in his career - impressive. I'll add, we're a little unlucky with his injuries. I think we would have made it had he been healthy - then how would everyone feel about our team?

He's benefitting from a coach holding his players accountable.

There was our chance, oh well - next year!

Detroit is like me at the dart board after a dozen beer

Power looks like a mess

Aren't we feeling witty today

What's more silly is thinking that the previous 13 seasons have anything to do with this group of young players.

The other option you ignored is calling out the silliness, which is what he did. He's not the only one who feels this way.

Cozens with a takedown. Letting it all hang out today

There we go, Tage! Get another one.

Wow. "Simpleton" eh? That tells me enough about you. Classless, and not as knowledgeable you think you are - great combo. Welcome to the blocked list.

Making the playoffs or not this year, this stretch of essentially desperate playoff-type games, facing elimination if you lose, is good for this young team. Valuable experience for next year when we're actually in the playoffs.

Bottom line is we have to win out, and get help. But not as much help as yesterday.

Wow, if these scores hold, we're legit still alive. Washington loses. Go Rangers, 2 min. to go Rangers hold on to win. Perfect night for our slim playoff hopes.

We're still alive as of April 5th. And the finish line is getting closer. What are we up to, a 10% chance?

Carolina has tied Washington 2-2