Jets can secure playoff spot against Capitals today

The Winnipeg Jets have a chance to clinch a playoff spot when they face the Washington Capitals. They need at least one point in the game or hope that the St. Louis Blues lose to the Montreal Canadiens. Tonight, there are 10 NHL games that could impact playoff positions. The Ottawa Senators are currently in the Eastern Conference wild card spot and aim to close the gap on the Tampa Bay Lightning, who are in third place. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Sabres, who are struggling, want to improve their standing. The Toronto Maple Leafs look to tie for first in the Atlantic Division as they face the Philadelphia Flyers. The Flyers are on a losing streak and aim to break it against their former player, Scott Laughton. In another key matchup, the Pittsburgh Penguins play against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Sidney Crosby has a remarkable point streak and is close to setting an NHL record. The Nashville Predators are struggling and need to win against the Carolina Hurricanes to stay in playoff contention. The Hurricanes have been performing well lately. The Canadiens are on a road trip and hope to gain traction in the playoff race as they face the Blues, who are on a winning streak. The Vegas Golden Knights are also looking to maintain their lead in the Pacific Division when they take on the Minnesota Wild. Finally, the Jets aim to secure their playoff berth against the Capitals, who are currently leading in the race for the Presidents' Trophy. Alex Ovechkin of the Capitals is chasing Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record.