Kings, Panthers, Lightning clinch playoff spots

The Los Angeles Kings got some help from a divisional rival to book a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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Demidov’s instant success forces St. Louis to make hard choices for Canadiens
The electric debut of Ivan Demidov will give Martin St. Louis plenty to think about as the Canadiens try to nail down a playoff spot.
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NHL announces King Clancy Memorial Trophy nominees for all 32 teams
The league announced the King Clancy Memorial trophy nominees for all 32 teams on Tuesday — an award presented “to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.
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Huska on belief among Flames: ‘They want to prove people wrong’
Calgary Flames head coach Ryan Huska describes the belief inside their locker room ahead of their must-win clash with the Vegas Golden Knights.
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Retool or rebuild? Taking stock of the Bruins after disappointing season
Sitting at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, the Boston Bruins’ season ends Tuesday night and they’ll miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016.
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Golden Knights resting stars vs. Flames
The Calgary Flames will play a must-win game Tuesday against an opponent stressing rest ahead of the playoffs.
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Jets give injury updates on Ehlers, Vilardi
One of the Winnipeg Jets’ top forwards likely won’t be available for the start of the playoffs.