The NHL playoff picture intensifies as several teams battle for supremacy. In the Eastern Conference, the Toronto Maple Leafs lead the series against the Ottawa Senators 3-2, showcasing tight competition, with both teams trading wins. The Florida Panthers, however, decisively eliminated the Tampa Bay Lightning, winning the series 4-1 after a dominant performance.

In another key matchup, the Washington Capitals overcame the Montreal Canadiens 4-1, while the Carolina Hurricanes dispatched the New Jersey Devils in a similar manner. The Western Conference is equally thrilling, with the Winnipeg Jets leading the St. Louis Blues 3-2 and the Dallas Stars edging past the Colorado Avalanche by the same margin. With Game 6s approaching, the stakes are high as teams vie for a place in the next round.