[Pudge714]

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Do the Leafs have any shot at making the playoffs? Does it really matter?

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Yes. They are one point back of the Rangers one point in 13 games is really easy to overcome.
Yes it matters. As seen by 2006 Oilers, 2004 Ducks, 2001(?) Capitals, playoff hockey has tons of variance because goalies can make such a huge difference. Also given that there are like 3-6 good teams 3-6 horrible teams and than everyone in the middle who are all basically even. A couple good bounces and a hot goalie can lead any playoff team to a Cup win.