Detroit 5, Colorado 1
No longer is anyone asking Tomas Tatar about his goal-scoring slump.
Columbus 3, NY Islanders 2
Unlike the New York Islanders, the Columbus Blue Jackets didn't need a win on Saturday to improve their chances of making the playoffs. But a win like the one the Blue Jackets enjoyed Saturday might improve their odds of making the first deep postseason run in franchise history.
NY Rangers 3, Minnesota 2
Getting into Minnesota at 3 a.m. and preparing to play the Wild later Saturday evening would have been a major obstacle for any NHL team.
Chicago 2, Toronto 1
The Chicago Blackhawks are making a strong move in the standings when it counts the most.
Montreal 4, Ottawa 3
The Montreal Canadiens are forging a reputation as the comeback kids of the NHL.
Washington 5, Tampa Bay 3
The Washington Capitals became the first team to clinch a playoff spot this season.
Carolina 4, Nashville 2
In his seventh season without a playoff appearance on his resume, Carolina left wing Jeff Skinner may be somewhat of an unknown commodity to the casual hockey fan. However, the numbers the former Calder Trophy winner is beginning to pile up in his career speak for themselves.
St. Louis 3, Arizona 0
The St. Louis Blues were already on a roll when they arrived in Arizona, but the Coyotes never seem to slow the Blues down.
Edmonton 2, Vancouver 0
The Vancouver Canucks came to Edmonton on a five-game losing streak and were 18 points behind the Oilers in the standings, but it didn't seem to matter much when the puck dropped.
Anaheim 2, San Jose 1
The Anaheim Ducks appear determined to make it a race for the Pacific Division.