trip and look to extend their lead in the Atlantic Division against the Rangers (30-34-13)
Stanley Cup Playoff Clinching Scenarios for April 7
Attention all hockey fans! The race for the Stanley Cup playoffs is heating up and there are some crucial games happening on April 7. Here are the scenarios for teams looking to clinch a spot in the playoffs.
Western Conference
The Edmonton Oilers have a chance to secure their spot in the playoffs if they can defeat the Anaheim Ducks tonight at 10:30 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcasted on Victory+, KCOP-13, and SNW. However, their fate also relies on the Calgary Flames losing to the San Jose Sharks in regulation, which will also be played at 10:30 p.m. ET on NBCSCA and SN1.
Meanwhile, the St. Louis Blues have their own opportunity to clinch a playoff berth if they can defeat the Winnipeg Jets in regulation at 7:30 p.m. ET. The game will be aired on Prime, NHLN, and FDSNMW. And just like the Oilers, the Blues need the Flames to lose to the Sharks in regulation as well.
On Tap: Five Crucial Games
As if the playoff clinching scenarios weren’t enough, there are five more games on the schedule for Monday, all with playoff implications. The Tampa Bay Lightning (44-26-6) will face off against the New York Rangers (30-34-13) at 7 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcasted on FDSNSUN, MSG, and TVAS. The Lightning will be looking to extend their lead in the Atlantic Division as they wrap up a four-game road trip.
