NHL Playoff Picture 2026, Latest Bracket, Standings After Sabres Clinch Spot For 1st Time Since 2011

The Buffalo Sabres’ postseason drought is over after 14 years.

The team sealed a place in the Stanley Cup playoffs with the Detroit Red Wings losing 4-1 to the New York Rangers on Saturday.

Buffalo sits second in the Atlantic Division, which would mean a first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens if the current standings hold.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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