They revamped the coaching staff and retooled the roster, trying to recapture the speed that led them to those championships. They've flashed that speed at times, though they'll also have to become more comfortable playing the slower, sometimes bruising game that tends to pop up during the playoffs.Vegas Golden Knights

Washington actually had seven of its 10 second-period shots on goal in the last 5:30 of the middle frame when the score was already 3-0. Prior to that, this game was just too easy for Jarry in net.Chicago Blackhawks

His late regulation goal clinched another playoff berth for the Capitals, and an overtime win propelled the Penguins to the top of the East Division with a playoff spot in their back pocket, too. Now, the two best teams in the division will play Saturday with first place on the line once again.

The Islanders forward was flagged a second time after last Thursday’s game against the Capitals. Barzal reached for Carl Hagelin‘s stick as it was in Barzal’s midsection and fell to the ice early in the second period.Los Angeles Kings

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The game ended up going into overtime, and Cole Caufield struck for the game-winning goal, which was his first NHL tally, and the home side got it done after a cold start.