Even though we've suspected for quite some time that the Montreal Canadiens will not make the playoffs this season, there was still, in theory, a slim chance. (mathematically, anyway)
However, with the points the Washington Capitals got tonight against the Buffalo Sabres, it's officially over.
The last Stanley Cup finalist team will not have a chance to repeat this year. On the other hand, with the performances that Martin St-Louis' team has been offering us for the past few weeks, it looks promising for next season.