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Dallas Stars drop Game 1 6-1 to Minnesota Wild, extending their playoff opener losing streak amid forecheck struggles and Oettinger scrutiny.
Buffalo Sabres' dramatic odds improvement from 150-1 to 14-1 after ending playoff drought has bettors buzzing and sportsbooks adjusting lines quickly.
Wild coach John Hynes holds cards close on Game 1 starter Filip Gustavsson or Jesper Wallstedt against Dallas Stars in playoffs.
Roope Hintz will miss the start of the Stars' first-round playoff series against the Wild, while Miro Heiskanen is expected to return soon.
Colorado Avalanche clinch Presidents' Trophy in 3-1 win over Flames, powered by MacKinnon's 52nd goal and team depth without key players.
Seattle Kraken on the verge of missing playoffs for third straight year; Ron Francis to exit, GM Botterill eyes offseason moves with ample cap space.