Answers will start coming in the next few days, but another premature end to the season raises some quick queries.

With the NHL playoffs heating up, fans of the Florida Panthers were busy Thursday at the Baptist Health IcePlex buying last-minute gear ahead of Game 5 against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 in overtime, keeping their slim playoff hopes alive. Rookie Marco Kasper scored two goals, including the game-winner, and had an assist.