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Last updated: March 25, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

NHL Playoff Picture & League News

The playoff races remain tight as evidenced by updated projections following Tuesday's slate, with several teams jockeying for positioning; for instance, the Buffalo Sabres' potential first-round matchup against the Boston Bruins could be a repeat of a regular-season encounter. Meanwhile, off-ice news saw Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman announce a temporary leave for personal reasons Wednesday, momentarily disrupting the Atlantic Division contender's leadership structure.

Individual Milestones & Collegiate Landscape

Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid surpassed the 400-goal milestone Tuesday night, netting two tallies in the 5-2 victory over Utah to reach 401 career goals, noting that consistent scoring is an area he has continually worked to develop. Separately, the shifting economics of college sports are creating competitive disparities, as the impact of Name, Image, Likeness deals at major programs continues to test balance across the NCAA landscape, raising questions about parity among schools with vastly different athletic budgets.