NHL's Eastern Conference Playoff Race Heats Up

0:00On March 28th, the NHL hits dice again this Wednesday after the Olympic break, jumping straight into a super tight schedule for the final stretch. One big debut to watch, Brennan Offman, lacing up for his first game since the New York Rangers, shipped him out on March 6th in a Swapra Jacob, Batalia. Pundits are buzzing most about the wild playoff chase in the Eastern Conference, where a bunch of teams are scrapping for those wild card spots. Out West, things feel quieter. L.A. took a hit from Kevin Fiala's Olympic injury, Nashville might start selling, and San Jose trails Anaheim by 5. Points with little shakeup expected. Fans and analysts see the Rangers in Devils as basically done, while Florida clings to an outside shot, but could rest stars like Brad Marchand, and, Matthew, Tika Chuck. Toronto looks ready to deal off pieces instead of buying in, that leaves Ottawa, Washington, and especially Columbus in the mix, nipping at Buffalo and Boston's heels.

1:01Columbus is rolling high, winners of 10 of their last 11 before the break, like a freight train nobody wants to stop. With gains piling up fast, this Eastern Dodd fight could flip the standings overnight, keep your eyes locked on whose surges first. Team coverage, powered by AI. This is Calgary Flames News Today.