The piece argues that a team’s apparent difficulties on the ice don’t necessarily indicate a flawed system, suggesting that underlying performance metrics can remain solid despite poor results. It examines how coaches and analysts interpret struggling stretches, emphasizing that short‑term setbacks may coexist with long‑term progress. The article offers insight into evaluating success beyond win‑loss records, urging fans to look deeper at the factors that drive a team’s development.

Why Struggling Doesn’t Mean It Isn’t Working  NHL.com