April 4 Stanley Cup Playoffs Clinching Scenarios Revealed
Filmogaz.com breaks down the Eastern Conference clinching scenarios for April 4 in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
The clinching scenarios are revealed ahead of the games. These outcomes determine whether Buffalo and Tampa Bay secure postseason berths.
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres can clinch a playoff berth on April 4. Several results will secure their spot.
- They clinch if they defeat the Washington Capitals in any fashion.
- They clinch if they earn one point against Washington and the New York Rangers beat Detroit in any fashion.
- They clinch if they earn one point against Washington and the Minnesota Wild defeat the Ottawa Senators in regulation.
- They also clinch if the Rangers defeat the Red Wings in regulation.
Tampa Bay Lightning
The Lightning can also lock up a playoff spot on April 4. Their scenarios mirror Buffalo’s in structure.
- They clinch if they defeat the Boston Bruins in any fashion.
- They clinch if they earn one point against Boston and the Rangers beat Detroit in any fashion.
- They clinch if they earn one point against Boston and the Wild defeat the Senators in regulation.
- They also clinch if the Rangers defeat the Red Wings in regulation.
Filmogaz.com will update these clinching scenarios as results come in. Check back for final confirmations after the games.
