from Sam McCaig of The Hockey News,

Here’s a quick post-mortem on the teams that have missed the post-season (teams listed in alphabetical order):

Anaheim Ducks: Ryan Getzlaf & Co. are sitting out the spring for the first time since 2012. The problem? They’re not mighty anymore, especially on offense. And their defense isn’t what it used to be, either.

Arizona Coyotes: It’s really too bad Darcy Kuemper won’t get a chance on the playoff stage. The Coyotes’ backup goalie stepped in for injured starter Antti Raanta in early November and carried an injury-decimated Arizona team to the brink of the post-season with his brilliant play. The 28-year-old netminder, who’s signed through next season for a bargain $1.85 million, set personal bests in starts (55), wins (27) and shutouts, and he’s securely among the NHL’s top 10 in goals-against average (2.33) and save percentage (.925). A remarkable season from an unsung goalie who should garner Vezina Trophy support.

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