Teams don't focus on Hrdina, but his play has shown what the possibilities are for that team. The Penguins just have a good feel about themselves. Ron Tugnutt has made a big difference because he is a great team player on the ice and in the locker room. They are a much more confident team since the trade deadline and are just coming together at the right time. The Capitals seem to have lost all the great confidence and flow they had for most of the season.
Teams never go through the playoffs unscathed.
It's all about how a team is able to handle adversity. Washington is struggling with handling its current situation and better get its game back in a hurry. Brian Engblom is a color commentator and analyst for ESPN's NHL coverage. Information are applicable to this site.