The New York Rangers may not be playing tonight but could make some noise. According to the NHL, the Blueshirts can clinch a spot in the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs if the following scenario happens:
Montreal Canadiens beat the Buffalo Sabres in any fashion AND the Florida Panthers lose to the Ottawa Senators in regulation.
Should that not come to fruition tonight, the Rangers can clinch a berth with a win tomorrow against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
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