NHL Teams Struggle to Meet Expectations: Mid-Season Review As the National Hockey League reaches the midpoint of its grueling 82-game season, several teams are failing to live up to the hype. In a shocking turn of events, the Buffalo Sabres and San Jose Sharks are vying for the title of biggest surprise, with both teams exceeding expectations despite preseason doubts. Meanwhile, the New Jersey Devils and Golden Knights are locked in a disappointing duel, with the Golden Knights still holding out hope to turn their season around. The Devils, however, are struggling to find consistency and are in danger of falling further behind in the standings. As the second half of the season gets underway, can these teams right the ship and make a push for the playoffs, or will they continue to underwhelm their fans?
For biggest surprise it's a toss-up between the Buffalo Sabres and San Jose Sharks. For biggest disappointment, it's a toss-up between the New Jersey Devils and Golden Knights, though Vegas can change ...
