The 2018-2019 season saw exciting hockey that produced meaningful games being played almost all year long. Every week produced a different look in the standings, and it seems that nearly every team had a shot to make the playoffs. This is evident in how wide open the actual playoffs where, with wildcard teams making their presence known.
The Metropolitan Division was a big part of that. The Metro saw five teams make it to the big dance, tied with the Central for most in the league. These five teams all seemed like they had a chance to win it all; two of those teams played in the second round, and one of those wildcard teams made it all the way to the Eastern Conference Final (one more victory lap won’t hurt anyone).