NHL Hockey 24 Hours

Last updated: April 3, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

NHL Playoff Scramble & Standings

With the regular season schedule winding down to fewer than 10 games remaining for most clubs, the race for the final spots intensifies across the league. The Minnesota Wild officially clinched their postseason berth following a victory against the Canucks, marking their first trip to the tournament since 2015, while the Philadelphia Flyers face a razor-thin path requiring a win on Friday coupled with multiple other results going their way, according to updated playoff projections following Thursday’s 14-game slate. The immediate focus remains on these critical final matchups determining seeding and qualification as the field narrows.

Goaltending Returns & Off-Ice Issues

In player news, Vegas Golden Knights goalie Carter Knight returned successfully from a left leg injury sustained back on January 8, stopping 19 shots to secure a 6-3 victory over the Calgary Flames. Away from the ice, the Dallas Stars organization launched an internal inquiry after video surfaced appearing to show four fans making a Nazi salute during a game in December at the American Airlines Center. This investigation signals a serious response from the club regarding spectator conduct during competition.