"The Buffalo Sabres are trying to end the longest playoff drought in NHL history at 14 years. It appears they're well on the way to doing so, and with a magic number of two, the easiest path to getting the job done is a victory over the Ottawa Senators."
"In the Metro Division, the Carolina Hurricanes also have a magic number of two, and are thus in a similar scenario as Buffalo: Win and you're in! Given that one of the Flyers or Red Wings will win that game, there's no scenario in which a loss gets it done for the Sabres and Canes."
"In the West, the Minnesota Wild's magic number is one, so they have more options to punch their ticket to the dance. The Wild host the Vancouver Canucks, needing a win of any kind or a loss in overtime/shootout to secure their spot."
The NHL regular season is nearing its end, with only two teams having clinched playoff spots. The Buffalo Sabres aim to end a 14-year playoff drought, needing a win against the Ottawa Senators, who are also competing for a wild-card position. The Carolina Hurricanes share a similar scenario with a magic number of two. In the West, the Minnesota Wild require just one point to secure their playoff spot. The final stretch of the season promises excitement for fans as teams battle for playoff positions and draft lottery standings.
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