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Last updated: April 3, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

NHL Injury & Playoff Picture

The Columbus Blue Jackets suffered a significant late-season blow as defenseman Damon Severson underwent shoulder surgery Thursday, immediately ending his season. This personnel change comes as the playoff race tightens, with Philadelphia needing a win Friday coupled with external assistance to keep their postseason aspirations alive following a busy 14-game slate last night that reshaped the standings. Meanwhile, the league is grappling with final positioning, evidenced by updated power rankings showing which remaining matchups carry the highest stakes for all 32 franchises with fewer than 10 contests left to play.