Well, I've got to admit a wicked bias here. The Rangers have made the playoffs for the first time in 7 years, and have a good chance of ending the season at the top of the Atlantic division. It's been a frustrating -decade- for Rangers fans, but I like where things have gone this year. I think they've got a legitimate shot at making a dent in the playoffs, provided they stay focused and play hard (losing to the -Penguins- while fighting for a division title, though? WTF?!).

I think the East will be damn interesting, personally. Ottawa and Carolina have been consistently good all year, and Philly is a force when their players are healthy and they have their shit together. Buffalo confuses me, I'm sure their up-and-down play would be a lot more frustrating if I still lived in the area and watched their games more. Anyway, I can't wait for it all to get started and see the sparks fly. Now, I've got to schedule a day off so I can wait on line for Rangers tickets...