The 2025-26 NHL season has produced some incredible moments throughout the last three months. For instance, Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin scoring his 900th career goal was a moment no fan will soon forget. However, individual moments take a backseat to team success. And with the season nearing the halfway point, it's time to take a deeper look at the Metropolitan Division.
The Metro was won by the Capitals last season, but this year feels as if things could be a bit different. Washington currently leads the division, but it's not a comfortable lead by any margin. Moreover, the top spot has been held by a few different clubs already. Only seven points separate first from last, creating a rather tight race in the Metro.
There is a lot to talk about with this division. There is a

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