As the calendar flips to March, the Boston Bruins are in a heated race for the final Eastern Conference playoff spot. They hold down the second wild-card spot, despite losing 3-1 to the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday afternoon.
The team closest on their tail for the final spot is the Washington Capitals. The two teams have what should be considered monster matchups looming this month. Boston also has three games in hand on the Caps, which could come in play. The Columbus Blue Jackets and Ottawa Senators are also within striking distance.
One team that continues to fall behind is the Toronto Maple Leafs.