The Road to playoffs takes a stop in Philtyville

There are certain matchups in hockey that become wars. Certain matchups that when the stakes are high, blood will be spilled.

Rangers vs Flyers qualifies as one of those wars. Dating back to the 70s,when the broad street bullies ruled the ice, this series has been one that is very "fan friendly".

There have been Bench Clearing Brawls in the 70s. Bench Clearing Brawls in the 80s.

There has been knockouts of the epic kind.

However you slice it, these two teams LOATHE each other. Eastern Conference Rivals, 90 miles separate the two teams.

And come Sunday, 4 pts separate the Rangers and Flyers for 4th place. The Rangers can make a major statement to the hockey world by sweeping the Flyers in a 36 hour period. The Rangers can make a statement among themselves, giving them confidence going forward as they march to the playoffs.

The Rangers have more to loss this weekend then the Flyers. Rangers are desperate for any points. Rangers NEED at LEAST 2 pts to keep above water. If the Rangers get swept, they have a game looking Tuesday night vs Les Habs, in an arena that gives this team the heebie geebies. Rangers need to go in that MTL game still in a playoff spot. If not, this season will all but be dead.