For the Canadiens to outperform their woeful points outputs of December and January, it took a February schedule about as soft as it could be. If the Habs want to keep their playoff hopes alive much longer, however, they're going to have to navigate a much tougher course.
With the annual California swing just over a week away, and with only about six losses left to spend if they're to qualify for the playoffs, the Habs can't afford to bomb that stretch like they often do. But if the Habs are going to reach that trip with any type of cushion, they're going to have to beat the Nashville Predators first.