I think the symbolic value of .500 or “40 wins” is a hard sell for the kids who just a few weeks ago were going for the playoffs and had to see it agonizingly slip away.
I’m not even mad. But I would like to get the 40th win. Then can’t wait to see what Grant has to say on Thursday about the coaching situation.
I hoped for the playoffs, but haven't expected them. The last peak was 30-26 (.536) on Feb. 10. The next month was really brutal, and by March 11 we were all done seeing anything above .500. Most of us thought it would take at least 45 wins, but it's going to be 47-8 (.580+). Last time the Kings were in that range was Nov. 9 (7-5, .583). This shouldn't be like ripping off a band-aid by now.
Portland's 31-9 at home, and 8-2 for their last 10, but I'd like to see Joerger break his 39-win tie with Garry St. Jean and get one more, so I'm hoping the back to back works in our favor. Like the playoffs though, not really expecting it.