The Habs started their season strongly with a 4-1 record, tying for the lead in the Atlantic Division.
As they prepare to play their sixth game against the New York Rangers, let's examine their performance so far. The team is doing great, but are the results hiding underlying statistics that could foreshadow issues in the near future?
The average ranking of the teams they played so far is 12th, compared to 14th at the same point last year.
Are they playing above their pay grade right now?
The author notes that despite the strong start, it's essential to weigh in on the opposition and consider the potential for underlying issues.
Author's summary: Habs started season strongly with 4-1 record.