Playoff Race

The American Hockey League's 90th regular season concludes today, April 20, with six games determining the final Calder Cup Playoff spots. In the North Division, the Utica Comets have surged into contention for the last playoff berth after a late-season run, putting pressure on the Rochester Americans. Several other seeding battles remain undecided across divisions.

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Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks but is expected to play after missing 11 games with a collapsed lung. ESPN's Vince Goodwill reported that the star, sidelined since March 17, will suit up. The Pistons went 8-3 in his absence and clinched the No. 1 seed in the East.

The Washington Capitals are adjusting to significant roster shifts following the March 6 trade deadline, including the departure of veteran defenseman John Carlson. With fading playoff hopes, the team faces a challenging schedule ahead. General Manager Chris Patrick has made depth additions to support the transition.

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Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry will miss at least five more games due to patella-femoral pain syndrome, extending his absence to 15 games. The team has managed a 4-6 record without him but faces a tight race for the No. 8 spot in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, newly acquired Kristaps Porzingis has played just one game before returning to sick leave amid health concerns.

Mora came from behind to beat Modo 5-2 at home, extending their winning streak to four games in a busy week. Modo, who led 1-0 after the first period, struggled with turnovers and lost battles in the second, allowing three unanswered goals. The loss marks Modo's fourth straight defeat, putting their playoff positioning at risk.

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Carolina Panthers 16-14 in a sloppy, rain-soaked Week 18 matchup at Raymond James Stadium, halting a four-game skid and keeping their NFC South title hopes alive. A late Panthers touchdown narrowed the gap, but Tampa Bay sealed the win with a crucial first-down conversion. The division champion will finish 8-9, pending Sunday's Falcons-Saints result.