Yes, there are too many teams and too many games in the NHL and NBA Playoffs. These NHL playoffs aren’t nearly as exciting as the NFL’s one-and-done system, nor MLB’s four teams from each league setup. But maybe we don’t appreciate hockey as much as the other major sports in America. Heck, I know some genuine sports fans who can’t name half the teams that made the postseason. Whatever the case, it can’t hurt to try and get involved. Growing a playoff beard is a great way to start getting in the spirit of things. Another thing to keep in mind is that from a player’s standpoint, these games matter a whole heck of a lot more than the 82 games before them did. That means the plays get more spectacular and, most importantly, the hits get harder. So let’s do the best we can to get in the playoff hockey spirit. After all, most of us don’t want to see another lockout. Here are some of the highlights from the regular season to get you warmed up for the postseason:
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