Technically, they're 12-17, and have 5 games to go to .500. A true .500 record probably makes the playoffs, though. With those extra five points, they would be in, as of today. Just the same, they are in the hunt and need to keep it up. I also wouldn't mind seeing Tallon pick up another good two-way offensive player or two. There are still a few guys that are getting a lot of ice time (*cough* Karl Stewart *cough*, to name one) who could be upgraded by the deadline. Stewart may not have much offensive talent, but when he's on the ice he hits everything in sight. I think he helps the Hawks in that regard because we don't have a lot of physical players outside of guys like Ruutu, Lapointe.