The Mid-Term Report

Today has been a task in trying to figure out what to put here that would relate to the All-Star theme week.  Since the All-Star break started today, there really isn't much to talk about in the world of hockey today...except for the mid-term grades for each team.  So, with that in mind, besides each team name will be a grade and a summation of the team's season so far in five words.  Without further ado, here we go:

Anaheim Ducks: B Hiller stands on his head.

Atlanta Thrashers: C+ Byfuglien surprises, but now what?

Boston Bruins: A Thomas resurgence, Bruins have purpose

Buffalo Sabres: D+ Miller ordinary, subpar team offense

Calgary Flames: C- Left for dead, still breathing

Carolina Hurricanes: C+ Kids, Staal carrying the day

Chicago Blackhawks: C Cap can't kill this team.

Colorado Avalanche: B- Still growing, Duchene real deal

Columbus Blue Jackets: F Will trade for good goaltending

Dallas Stars: A+ Richards leading a surprise resurgence

Detroit Red Wings: B+ Are you expecting anything different?

Edmonton Oilers: D+ Growing pains there, have faith

Florida Panthers: D+ Will they ever find offense?

Los Angeles Kings: C- One step back, two forward?

Minnesota Wild: C+ Goaltending duo keeping things good

Montreal Canadiens: B- The Price has been right

Nashville Predators: A+ Never count this team out

New Jersey Devils: F Cap woes, underachievers equal doom

New York Islanders: D- All that can go wrong...

New York Rangers: B  Lundqvist the man, now Gaborik...

Ottawa Senators: F The mutiny in Canada's capital

Philadelphia Flyers: A+ "Bob" taking control in goal

Phoenix Coyotes: B Will make playoffs for fans

Pittsburgh Penguins: B+ Need Crosby back real soon

St. Louis Blues: D+ Halak can't do it alone

San Jose Sharks: D Where's the offense and Niemi?

Tampa Bay Lightning: A Stamkos, St. Louis dynamic duo

Toronto Maple Leafs: D+ Fans need reason for hope

Vancouver Canucks: A High expectations, don't stop now...

Washington Capitals: C- Career lows for superstar players