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Last updated: April 5, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

NHL Playoff Picture SolidifiesThe Eastern Conference saw major upheaval** as the back-to-back champion Panthers officially missed the postseason** following a decisive 9-4 defeat sustained against Pittsburgh on Saturday 1. This result guarantees that a new team will hoist the mug for the first time since 2023, concluding Florida's recent dominance 1. Meanwhile, the Western Conference saw the Sabres secure their first playoff berth in 14 years 2, snapping the league's longest active drought of futility and providing a significant turnaround story for Buffalo 2. All eyes now turn to the remaining contests, as the league looked toward Statement Saturday's slate of 15 games that could finalize remaining seeds and eliminations across the entire NHL 3.