Contenders and Pretenders with Mike Rupp

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne go around the league with NHL Network's Mike Rupp (3:13). They look at the Sabres' playoff hopes, what moves are next for the Rangers, why the Avalanche's struggles go beyond goaltending, the Islanders' roster construction missteps, Kevyn Adams's 'palm trees' comments, and much more. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee discuss JT Miller's return to the Canucks lineup, his unclear address to the media and project what Brock Boeser's next contract might cost.

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