Devils Sweep Penguins to Clinch Playoff Spot, Ending Pittsburgh's Streak

The New Jersey Devils defeated their rivals the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1 to knock them out of playoff contention.
The Devils' win secured them a spot in the playoffs for the first time in three years.
The loss ended the Penguins' 16-year playoff streak, the longest in major North American sports.
The Devils can clinch home-ice advantage in the first round with a few more wins.
The Penguins will miss the playoffs for the first time since 2005.