They can't seem to play well against weaker opponents.
The next day or so will tell alot about the upcoming attitude for the rest of the season.
They may unload--Zhitnik or Shemlik or even Noronen-but I would not expect great things in return.
Right now they lack 2 big things-scoring and attitude.
When they went to the Cup in 99-they had 'tude. They knew they had a wall behind them in Hasek. Now they play a different style and have not adjusted well.
Stu Barnes is out with a concussion-but they will be returning home and like you said-playing bad and still picking up ground.
NYR do not scare me-Mont does.
Will post more before the games.
GL