NHL Teams Take a Brief Reprieve as the Season Heats Up. As the NHL takes a short break from its packed schedule, several key divisions are seeing intense competition for playoff positions. With two stacked days of games now in the rearview mirror, the league's powerhouses are jostling for position in the standings. From the surging Boston Bruins in the Atlantic to the Colorado Avalanche's pursuit of the Presidents' Trophy in the West, we're breaking down the latest developments in each division and what they mean for the teams vying for a spot in the postseason.
The NHL calendar takes a break, so here's an update on all the races between two stacked days on the schedule.
