NHL Playoffs
The San Jose Sharks experienced a challenging week from March 13 to 20, 2026, marked by a three-game losing streak and a significant injury to rookie Igor Chernyshov. Their playoff hopes dimmed as they fell to sixth in the Pacific Division with a record of 32-29-6. Recent contract extensions provided some positive notes amid defensive struggles.
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The New York Islanders went 2-2-0 from March 13 to 20, 2026, falling from third in the Metropolitan Division to just outside the playoffs. A 3-2 regulation loss to Ottawa on March 19 left them tied at 83 points with the Columbus Blue Jackets, who hold the tiebreaker. They trail Detroit Red Wings and Boston Bruins by one point for wild-card spots.