NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing

Playoff Picture & Roster Moves

The Florida Panthers face a season-ending shutdown for Brad Marchand as their playoff hopes dwindle, while the Columbus Blue Jackets remain in contention after acquiring Conor Garland at the deadline. In the Central Division, a three-way arms race has intensified with Colorado, Dallas, and Minnesota all making deadline additions to bolster their postseason pushes.

Award Races Tighten

With about a month left in the season, NHL awards enter a decisive stretch as Celebrini challenges for the Hart Trophy and the Norris Trophy race has become a dead heat among defensemen, according to PHWA voters.