It would be an incredible understatement to say today was just a game for the Carolina Hurricanes. The Hurricanes host the New Jersey Devils at PNC Arena this evening.
And oh yeah, both teams are tied for first place in the Metro Division.
After this evening, the Metro Division will have a sole representative. The Devils had been holding the spot for quite some time thanks to a hot start to the season with a 13-game win streak.
As expected, and to no fault to the Devils, they cooled off.
The Devils have played.