The Winnipeg Jets have an opportunity on Tuesday, April 1to secure the NHL's second playoff spot for the 2025 season, with various paths to attain a postseason spot.

In contrast, the New Jersey Devils (38-28-7) enter the game eager to improve their standing. Fresh off a victory against the Chicago Blackhawks, the Devils are optimistic but aware of the pressing challenges ahead.

WINNIPEG -- Alex Ovechkin scored his 889th goal to move closer to passing Wayne Gretzky for the most in NHL history, but the Winnipeg Jets recovered for a 3-2 overtime win to clinch a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre on Tuesday.

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Ovechkin has refused to remove photos of Putin from his Instagram page and has been unapologetic of his support for the dictator, even since the invasion of Ukraine three years ago. Winnipeg’s Ukrainian population was already more than 100,000 at the time and has only swelled, since.

Josh Morrissey is both hockey nut and student of the game. The Winnipeg Jets defenceman has a keen appreciation for storylines that capture the sport's attention. Alex Ovechkin's relentless pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal mark — a quest that's now into single digits — is one such narrative.

The Penguins recalled forwards Rutger McGroarty and Ville Koivunen from the AHL's Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins on Friday. The Penguins have recalled forwards Ville Koivunen and Rutger McGroarty from the @WBSPenguins (AHL). Forward Joona Koppanen has been re-assigned to WBS. pic.twitter.com/hwgRFRIz19

“Very unlike our group,” is how defenceman Dylan DeMelo described it, calling it a combination of missed reads, communication breakdowns and getting caught on long shifts. “We go east-west, can’t get enough guys off, they’re fresh and coming on, guns a’blazing, and they just beat us to areas.”

Driedger produced a documentary film about a California-based roller hockey league with one of the most unique backstories in hockey history

In contrast, the Washington Capitals, holding a commendable 47-15-8 record, have weathered their challenges well. Despite the long-term absence of stars like Nicklas Backstrom and T.J. Oshie, their resilience shines through as they continue their pursuit of excellence with a potent offensive front and strong defensive strategies.