Not really. Like I have said numerous times, when you play 82 games a season, you're not going to play them all well. It is something that is very difficult. The Sabres have managed to be one of the best teams in the league up to the 72 game point. Does it mean they'll dominate in the playoffs, don't know. Does it mean they'll win the cup, no !@#$ing clue.
But I'll give you a true definition of a roadblock. The Montreal Canadiens. Not only did they hit a roadblock, but I think they threw up all over it.