It’s clear from reading blog posts, articles and other analysis that the Rangersphere is conflicted. I, for one, entered this season fully prepared for a lost year that would end with a lottery pick and a return to contention in about two years. Am I enjoying this Ranger team and its success? Absolutely. Will they be able to maintain it? I have no idea. What I do know is that no one should be surprised if this team makes the playoffs and goes deep. Similarly, no one should be surprised if this team sinks to the bottom of the standings and ends up contending for Jack Hughes or Kakko Kaapo.