Predators Edge Devils in Shootout, One Point from Playoffs

Ryan O'Reilly's decisive shootout goal brings Nashville Predators closer to securing a playoff berth, while the New Jersey Devils face potential elimination.

The Nashville Predators secured a crucial 3-2 shootout victory against the New Jersey Devils, moving them one point away from clinching a playoff berth.
Ryan O'Reilly scored the decisive goal in the shootout, maintaining his perfect shootout record for the season.
Predators goalie Juuse Saros made 23 saves in regulation and overtime, and stopped all three Devils attempts in the shootout.
The Devils, despite a strong performance, are on the brink of elimination from playoff contention, with only a slim chance to secure a wild-card berth.
The Predators' next opportunity to clinch a playoff spot comes in their upcoming game against the Winnipeg Jets.