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Nolan McLean has become a key player for the Mets, delivering impressive performances including three strong starts that have significantly contributed to the team's recent success in the playoff hunt, notably helping them sweep the Phillies with an eight-inning shutout.
The Philadelphia Flyers will host the New Jersey Devils in a crucial game as they battle to stay alive in the Stanley Cup playoff chase. The Flyers need a win to potentially avoid playoff elimination, and the game coincides with Wayne Simmonds Night, honoring his eight seasons as a Flyer. The Flyers are coming off a much-needed win against the New York Rangers and will need to focus on their own performance while keeping an eye on other teams' outcomes. The article also highlights the keys to the Flyers' recent victory, the importance of playing with urgency against "spoiler" teams, and the need to battle through adversity.
The Detroit Red Wings kicked off their playoff chase with a 4-3 overtime win against the league-leading Vancouver Canucks, showcasing a mix of pretty and gritty play. Lucas Raymond's standout performance, including a stunning opening goal, highlighted the team's progress, while the power play struggled at times. Jake Walman's game-winning penalty shot and Alex DeBrincat's fight provided sparks, and the team's structured approach and ability to stick to their game in comebacks bode well for their playoff aspirations.
The Buffalo Sabres kept their playoff hopes alive with a 3-2 shootout win over the New York Rangers. Casey Mittelstadt scored the tying goal and the game-winner in the fifth shootout round. The Sabres got the help they needed from other teams as the New York Islanders and Florida Panthers both lost. The Sabres are four points out of the final playoff spot with two games in hand. Rookie goalie Devon Levi made 26 saves in regulation and stopped four of five shootout attempts.
The Buffalo Sabres kept their playoff hopes alive with a 3-2 shootout win over the New York Rangers. Casey Mittelstadt scored the tying goal and the game-winner in the fifth shootout round. The Sabres got the help they needed from other teams as the New York Islanders and Florida Panthers both lost. The Sabres are four points out of the final playoff spot with two games in hand. The win was the Sabres' first 40-win season since 2010-11.