Toronto 4, Buffalo 2
With an early burst of offense, the Toronto Maple Leafs made quick work of the Buffalo Sabres and are knocking on the door of the playoffs.
Detroit 5, Ottawa 4
Red Wings coach Jeff Blashill's roll of the dice proved to be a winner.
Montreal 4, Florida 1
The 24-time Stanley Cup champion Montreal Canadiens, with a past that qualifies them as hockey royalty, didn't even make the playoffs last year.