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NHL Playoff Race: Big weekend looms

With the Lightning clawing their way back into the playoff picture since the trade deadline, and with the end of the season within sight, it’s time to start scoreboard watching.

For every game we review, we’ll determine a Best Case, OK Case, and Worst Case scenario for each game. For each review, we’ll determine which actually happened for the Lightning. With thanks to @ElSeldo of Pension Plan Puppets for the inspiration.

Last Night’s Games

Last night, Montreal clinched their spot in the playoffs with 97 points. They'll be in Tampa tonight, so let's hope Claude Julien sees fit to rest his hard-hitters against a scrappy, embattled Tampa Bay team.