Today is Thursday, March 26, 2026, and the NHL season is reaching a fever pitch as the playoff picture finally locks into focus. If you’re looking for the absolute latest NHL News, you are in the right place. We are breaking down yesterday’s crucial matchups, diving into the biggest injury updates, and unpacking the harsh realities for teams that just saw their playoff dreams dashed.
NHL Scores from Yesterday: March 25, 2026 Recap
Last night gave us two incredibly tight, high-stakes matchups in the Eastern Conference. Here is how the action played out on the ice:
Latest NHL News: Major Roster Updates and Eliminations
New York Rangers Officially Eliminated
In a crushing blow for Broadway, last night’s loss to Toronto made the New York Rangers the first Eastern Conference team, and the second team overall behind Vancouver, to be mathematically eliminated from the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Sitting at 28-35-9, the focus now drastically shifts to the offseason and potential front-office shakeups.
Victor Hedman Takes Leave of Absence
The Tampa Bay Lightning will be without their captain for the immediate future. Victor Hedman is taking a temporary leave of absence for personal reasons after missing the last three games. The Lightning are currently clinging to second place in the Atlantic Division and will need their defensive depth to step up in a major way.
Critical Injuries Across the League
- Anton Lundell Sidelined: The Florida Panthers received devastating news as center Anton Lundell is sidelined with an injured rib. He is expected to miss two to six weeks, meaning he could miss the remainder of the regular season.
- Thomas Chabot Hurt: The Ottawa Senators are pushing hard for a wild-card spot but might have to do it without Thomas Chabot, who suffered an arm injury and is currently being evaluated.
Trade Market Buzz: Demko and Knies
The trade winds never stop blowing. In Edmonton, rumors are swirling that the Oilers are eyeing Vancouver’s Thatcher Demko to finally solve their goaltending crisis this offseason. Meanwhile, in Toronto, insider reports suggest that at least five teams, including the Ducks and Canadiens, made serious pushes for Matthew Knies at the deadline, setting up a massive bidding war this summer.
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