Daily Nuggets: Dorofeyev is “Scorching” Hot, Updated West Playoff Picture

The Vegas Golden Knights are right back at it tonight as they play the Nashville Predators also at 5:00 p.m. on the road to conclude a back-to-back.

Vegas Golden Knights

Stanley Cup Playoffs: The Golden Knights have clinched a playoff spot, meaning Jack Eichel is finally headed to the postseason.

Lineup: With Teddy Blueger on the team and Nicolas Roy healthy, the Golden Knights now have an overabundance of NHL centers.

After a two-goal performance against the Minnesota Wild, Pavel Dorofeyev is making his case to stay in the lineup as well.

Stretch Run: The Golden Knights have three home-and-home "mini-playoff series" in their stretch run up to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Standings Update: Pacific- VGK 103, LAK 100, EDM 99 | SEA 92, CGY 87. Central- DAL 98, MIN 98, COL 96, | WPG 89, NSH 84

The Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars both clinched playoff spots Monday night.

Clip of the Day: Whoops.

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Florida: If the Florida Panthers make the playoffs, Alex Lyon's play will be a big part of it.

Calgary: With another win, the Calgary Flames are holding on for a chance at making the playoffs.

LA: Like the Golden Knights, the Los Angeles Kings have a unique goaltending battle entering the playoffs.

Colorado: What is it like for Colorado Avalanche winger Mikko Rantanen to play his off-wing?