Panthers Secure Playoff Spot, Battle for Division Title; Red Wings' Playoff Hopes Dwindle

Florida Panthers tie with Boston Bruins for Atlantic Division lead after shootout win against Detroit Red Wings, who fall further behind in playoff race.

The Florida Panthers clinched a playoff spot but are battling for the Atlantic Division title, tied with the Boston Bruins.
Detroit Red Wings are fighting for a playoff spot, currently one point behind the Washington Capitals for the final wild-card position in the Eastern Conference.
Aleksander Barkov scored twice in the third period to lead the Panthers to a 3-2 shootout victory over the Red Wings.
Sam Reinhart scored the lone shootout goal, securing the win for the Panthers.
The Red Wings have lost 12 of their last 15 games, jeopardizing their playoff chances.