Capitals Prepare for Hurricanes Amid Playoff Push

The Montreal Canadiens are aiming for a third consecutive victory as they host the struggling Boston Bruins, who are on a nine-game losing streak and have slipped to the bottom of the Atlantic Division. Meanwhile, the Washington Capitals, led by Alex Ovechkin who is nearing Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record, have clinched a playoff spot. They prepare to face the Carolina Hurricanes, who will be without their captain Jordan Staal due to injury. The Toronto Maple Leafs, after a successful road trip, will host the Florida Panthers, holding a narrow lead in the Atlantic Division. Additionally, the Detroit Red Wings hope to build momentum against a resurgent St. Louis Blues team that has won nine straight games. Ovechkin's pursuit of the scoring record and the Capitals' recent signing of prospect Ryan Leonard are key storylines as the season progresses.