What is going on with Conference III? The toughest division in hockey seems to have started to it’s own swoon. Sure, we’re just barely past the midway point of the season, and there is still a lot of hockey to play. Perhaps I’m jumping the shark a little, but the division does not seem to be quite as dominant as it has been in seasons past.
For the previous 3 seasons, ever since the NHL changed the format to 2 divisions per conference, the Central Division has sent 5 team to the playoffs. With 3 teams from each division guaranteed a playoff spot, the Central has occupied both wildcard spots and leaving the Pacific Division to battle for among themselves for just 3 spots in the post-season.