has this ever happened before in the playoffs?
596085
it has happened before in the Eastern Conference.\n\nI believe it was in 2000 or 2001 although I can't really find any information on this on the internet anywhere.  I'm pretty sure it was the year that Buffalo made the cup.  \n\nAnyway, since the NHL has taken the top 8 teams from the conference method, it definitely has happened, but probably only once before.
200592
Technically they do because they pretty much clinched a playoff spot but realistically they have no chance. They will not be able to take the physical play that takes place in the playoffs and even if they win the eastern championships a team from the west will win the cup.
253721
Here's a blank one for you to fill in:\n\nhttp://www.cifccs.org/playoffs/results/Blank%208%20Team%20Bracket.htm
499487
Wondering that exact same thing.\n\nSupposedly its been happening a lot recently in different yahoo leagues, which isnt a good sign.
532557
No, I believe that the Mavs have gotten EXTREMELY LUCKY in this series...! Not to put down the Mavs, but not one game has been played where both teams showed their best talent, and every game's pace has been decided by whistles on both sides. Dallas is going to be thouroughly dissapointed if they get past the Spurs, because I honesly don't think they are championship material. You need that extra "it factor" when it comes to going all the way--and all Dallas has proved is that they were able to "squeak" out two games that were poorly played by San Antonio. Either way--I think this series might go to 7 games. Who will win? No idea! LoL
457079
Well, everybody knows they're Detroit Red Wing history now.  I'd also like to add that during the playoffs, Detroit suspends a huge octopus from the rafters named "AL the Octopus".  Although, all the posts on here about it starting back in 1952 are 100% correct.  but nowadays many people convert the resemblence of the eight tentacles to represent the eight teams from each conference to make the playoffs, which is false.  Also, I know for a fact, in Detroit, I've never seen a penalty assesed for the throwing of octopus or hats for that matter.  although when it is thrown, it's usually during a stopage of play.  But we all love to see it.  It pumps us up.  Go Wings
820468
Yes they have. Grossman is starting to realize he is Rex Grossman, the defense is becoming exposed for what they are and other teams are figuring out how to beat 'em. They'll make the playoffs but get beat first round.
461978
When the playoffs hit.
878242
Nope, the Chargers did it last year.
44952
It happened in 1972, with Don Shula at the helm.\n\nIt'll never happen again - two reasons:  the level of parity in the league, meaning that all the teams are too balanced - wait, next year Indy won't be as good - and as you saw this year, Indy rested their starters to gear up for the playoffs and lost two of the final few games.  In order to win them all, the best players must play every game, and no team is going to do that and jeopardize their chances of getting a star player injuried before the playoffs.  \n\nThat said, it IS entirely possible that it may happen again - I just wouldn't count on it.  Too much has to happen in just the right way for a team to win 19 games in a row!
551872
HECK YEAH it's gonna be fun! For the first time in a long time the playoffs are actually proving to be ENTERTAINING ( if only the refs would let the players decide the game more, though)! There is no SURE THING this year, which I think only adds to the fascination! Personally I see it being Spurs and Heat in the finals, but who knows?! All I do know, is that it is going to be a great race to the end....! =)
71116
YES.  BEST COMEBACK STORY OF THIS SEASON. AFTER NOT HAVING MADE THE PLAYOFFS SINCE 1990, DURING THE BOOMER ESIASON ERA, THEY NOT ONLY WIN THE PLAYOFFS, BUT THEY WIN THEIR DIVISION.
900059
No they wont make the playoffs.  I didnt think they would make it even with im healthy.
577896
I would have to agree with you 100%! It would be a fantastic series to watch, and honestly? I think any team that wants to BE the best should have to PLAY the best, too! I think this year it is going to come down to the Spurs and Heat, but it isn't a SURE THING, and I think that only adds to the fascination! The only teams that have been contested in these playoffs are the teams that have played the Spurs, and the teams that have played the Pistons. The scary part? Those two teams are STILL standing...! What will happen next? No clue! But I DO have a feeling it will be San Antonio and Phoenix in the Conference Finals...! =)
1070091
No. Ever heard of a guy named Lamar Odom? And another thing. I saw another post on this site that explained the "A-Rod affect", in which if the superstar is traded every other player on the team elevates his game.
1033412
Is this what you're talking about?\nhttp://www.wndu.com/sports/012000/sports_1261.php
545662
Well first of all how likely is this? I mean ok it COULD happen but really how likely is it. I'm sure they have rules in place but I would guess proably by something like goals. I don't think they would start a new round robin for just those 3 teams.