Lightning Boost Playoff Odds with Key Trade

The Tampa Bay Lightning have bolstered their playoff chances by acquiring forwards Yanni Gourde and Oliver Bjorkstrand in a three-team trade involving Seattle and Detroit, with the latter retaining part of Gourde's salary. This move follows their recent success, including 10 wins in their last 12 games, as they prepare to face the Buffalo Sabres. Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins aim to improve their standing in the Atlantic Division, having recently ended a losing streak with a win over the Penguins but suffering a subsequent loss to the Wild. They face the Nashville Predators next, with betting odds narrowly favoring Boston. The Bruins' lineup may see changes due to injuries and recent roster moves, as they continue to pursue a wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs. In NCAA news, March Madness Selection Sunday is set for March 16, with both men's and women's tournaments gearing up for April's Final Four events.