The Playoff Push Continues as Teams Struggle to Get In While Leon Draisaitl Reaches 50 Goals

The St. Louis Blues are the hottest team in the NHL right now, having won nine games in a row. Haley Taylor Simon of Locked On Blues joins us to discuss how the Blues have shocked everybody to go on this playoff run and what small things they are doing better. Plus, can this be a repeat of 2019 for Jordan Binnington and the Blues? The Edmonton Oilers saw Leon Draisaitl become the first player in the NHL this season to reach the 50 goal plateau. But the Oilers also have many issues to work out if they hope to go on another long playoff run or even win the Stanley Cup. Nick Zararis of Locked On Oilers discusses the team's strengths and weaknesses heading into the stretch drive of the regular season and whether the goaltending will hold up for another successful playoffs. And, how important is home ice if they Oilers face the Kings again in the first round? The New York Rangers have struggled through a disappointing season after winning the President's Trophy a year ago, but can they rally and make the playoffs this year? Jon Chik of Locked On New York Rangers discusses what it will take for Igor Shesterkin and company to get into the Stanley Cup Playoffs despite their inconsistent play and difficult schedule and who is to blame for this disappointing season. All this and more on today's Locked On NHL Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. 5-Hour ENERGY Head to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local grocery or convenience store—they’re everywhere! Stock up today and stay energized. Wonderful Pistachios Get snackin’ and get crackin’ with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.