After last evenings 2-0 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, the Detroit Red Wings have clinched the President's Trophy and home-ice advantage throughout the playoffs.

I have to say that I didn't believe the Red Wings would be one of the teams that would adjust well to the new rules. They proved me wrong. A veteran team, but a team nonetheless, and they have once again continued to dominate in this NHL. Detroit has to be considered a legitimate contender for the Stanley Cup this year, and I wouldn't be surprise to see this team emerge from the West.

With about 3 games remaining for most teams in the league, there are still some spots available. New Jersey clinched a playoff berth last night with their victory over Carolina, but the 7th and 8th spots held by Montreal and Tampa Bay are still open. Atlanta and Toronto have not been mathematically eliminated yet. In the West, 6, 7 and 8th spots held by Colorado, San Jose and Edmonton are still available. Vancouver has a legitimate chance, and Los Angeles an outside, but not very realistic shot. GOOD STUFF!

Last night's scores:

New Jersey 4 Carolina 3 F (OT)
NY Islanders 3 NY Rangers 2 F
Pittsburgh 3 Philadelphia 4 F
Edmonton 0 Detroit 2 F
Boston 3 Ottawa 4 F (OT)
Atlanta 6 Tampa Bay 2 F
Florida 5 Toronto 6 F (OT)
Chicago 0 Minnesota 2 F
Nashville 2 St. Louis 0 F
Columbus 2 Dallas 3 F
Anaheim 0 Calgary 3 F
Phoenix 4 Colorado 6 F

Game of the night:

San Jose at Vancouver 10:00 PM
HUGGGGE GAME!!! HUUUUUGE!!! If you don't watch this one, you are on crack......and why the hell aren't you sharing? Enjoy the games!

Your friend on ice,
Captain Bosh