Canadiens Get Mixed News in Playoff Race as Islanders, Red Wings, and Rangers Shake Up Standings
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We had an important day for the Montreal Canadiens organization yesterday, even though the team had the day off.
There were a few changes in the playoff race, we received some great news, but also some not-so-good news.
Let's dive in.
It started off poorly, as early in the afternoon, the powerhouse Vegas Golden Knights were stunned with a 3-0 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, who are creeping closer to the Montreal Canadiens.
That one was really important for the Habs.
A surprising victory for Patrick Roy and the New York Islanders
Still within this incredible Eastern Conference playoff race, Patrick Roy's squad pulled off a shocker with a huge comeback win against the Florida Panthers, the reigning Stanley Cup champions, by a score of 4-2.
Even better.
The Islanders were trailing 2-0 in the third period but scored four unanswered goals.
That's huge for them to stay "in the mix" for the playoffs.
Here's the current playoff picture as of today:
New York Rangers (IN PLAYOFFS) - 72 points in 68 games
Montreal Canadiens (Out of Playoffs) - 71 points in 66 games
Columbus Blue Jackets (Out of Playoffs) - 70 points in 66 games
Detroit Red Wings (Out of Playoffs) - 70 points in 67 games
New York Islanders (Out of Playoffs) - 68 points in 66 games
The Habs are just one point away from a playoff spot, with two games in hand over the New York Rangers.
This is a golden opportunity for Martin St-Louis' squad to make the playoffs!
The end of the season is shaping up to be exciting!
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MARS 17 | 1784 ANSWERS Canadiens Get Mixed News in Playoff Race as Islanders, Red Wings, and Rangers Shake Up Standings Who do you think will make the playoffs in the East, assuming the Ottawa Senators are IN? | ||
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| New York Rangers | 217 | 12.2 % |
| Columbus Blue Jackets | 94 | 5.3 % |
| Detroit Red Wings | 47 | 2.6 % |
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