Everyone hates the bye week.
A league-mandated five-day break was instituted this season for the first time, and it appears a few days away from the rink means a guaranteed loss when teams hit the ice again.
Five teams came off their bye Saturday, and all of them lost:
| Team | Result |
|---|---|
| Canadiens | L 1-3 to Jets |
| Capitals | L 2-3 (SO) to Wings |
| Blackhawks | L 1-3 to Oilers |
| Lightning | L 3-4 (OT) to Stars |
| Predators | L 2-5 to Wild |
At least the Capitals and Lightning came away with a point.
February's been the cruelest month:
Updated NHL bye week statistics:
— Adam Vingan (@AdamVingan) February 19, 2017
Overall record in first game back: 3-12-4
In February: 0-8-3
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