The Minnesota Wild secured their spot in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, marking their 14th postseason appearance in franchise history, thanks to a dramatic late-game equalizer and an overtime win led by Marc-Andre Fleury, who celebrated his retirement with this game. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Blues also claimed a playoff berth, showcasing strong performances from players like Pavel Buchnevich and Robert Thomas, who contributed significantly in their victory against the Utah Hockey Club.

The Toronto Maple Leafs clinched the Atlantic Division title, highlighted by milestones from Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, while the Columbus Blue Jackets kept their playoff hopes alive by defeating the Philadelphia Flyers. The playoff landscape is shaping up with several matchups confirmed, including the intriguing “Battle of Ontario” between the Maple Leafs and Senators. With the final regular-season games approaching, teams are gearing up for an intense playoff run.