Now or never for the champs

The Blackhawks' 4-2 victory over Detroit last night at Joe Louis- their fourth win in a row against the division champion Red Wings- means that all they have to do is tie Detroit in regulation in tomorrow's 11:30 am game at home to make the playoffs. One point is all it will take.

If the Hawks lose in regulation to the Wings, they will need Dallas to also lose in regulation in order to have the chance to defend their championship. On the other hand, the Hawks still could finish as high as fifth in the conference when the dust clears tomorrow night.

This is it, guys. From this point on, you're playing for all the marbles. Hopefully, having to scramble to make the playoffs will prime them to keep scrambling when they get there.

ONE GOAL!