Playoffs Probably Aren't Happening, But That's OK

SLC Puck in your inbox! Issue #10 - Monday, 3/31/25

Mar 31, 2025

Hey Puckers,

First, the good news. We had a really terrific watch party at A Bar Named Sue on Highland Drive on Sunday. That venue was awesome and I’m looking forward to a continued relationship with them. Go check them out any day of the week, it’s an unreal local watering hole.

Now, the bad news. MoneyPuck.com estimates that the Utah Hockey Club — as of Monday morning — has just a 0.7% chance of making the playoffs. That, to me, suggests a 99.3% likelihood that they won’t. Which sucks, no bones about it. But let’s remember; this is just one chapter in a new story we’re writing here in Utah. The best is still yet to come. And I believe there is still plenty to play for with eight games to go in the season.

But what? You’ll just have to watch my latest episode of SLC Puck to find out.

We call that a “tease” in the business.

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🔥 Utah Hockey Club Report

Playoff Standings:

Recent Results:
- 🏒 Thursday, March 27: at Tampa Bay Lightning ❌ L, 8-0
- 🏒 Friday, March 28: at Florida Panthers ❌ OTL, 2-1
- 🏒 Sunday, March 30: at Chicago Blackhawks ✅ W, 5-2
Upcoming Games:
- 🏒 Tuesday, April 1: vs. Calgary Flames
- 🏒 Thursday, April 3: vs. Los Angeles Kings
- 🏒 Saturday, April 5: vs. Winnipeg Jets
Player of the Week: Veggie. He’s incredible. The Chicago game marked his 17th consecutive start, which is the longest such streak for a goaltender in the NHL this season. He, more than anyone else on the team, has given Utah a chance to be competitive in almost every game he’s played in — which the exception of the Tampa Bay game, but we won’t dwell on that.
Quick Take: Utah needs to win out to even have a chance at making the playoffs. And even so, they’ll need some help and it appears that St. Louis has taken a message from “Shoresy” to heart and may never lose again. Still, to be in the hunt through 70 or so games is a huge accomplishment for this team. I’m excited about the future.

🏒 Around Utah Hockey

Utah Grizzlies:
- The Grizz are wrapping up their season with Star Wars night on April 4th — April the Fourth be with you? — and Fan Appreciation Night on April 5th.
College, High School & Junior Hockey in Utah:
- The Ogden Mustangs and Utah Outliers are playing against each other in the first round of the NDDC Mountain Division Playoffs. So far, the series is knotted up at 1-1.
- Park City High School had a solid showing at the High School Nationals with a 2-2 record, falling to Morgantown (West Virginia) in the playoffs. Sky Canyon didn’t advance to the playoff round, but picked up a dub in its last game of the tourney against Flathead (Montana).
- Utah Hockey Club Learn-to-Play Events — Find more info here!

👊 NashCast for the Win!

Don’t miss the next NashCast, Utah Hockey Club’s no-holds-barred alt cast, hosted by NHL funnyman Tyson Nash and SLC Puck’s Austin Facer!

Shows coming up this homestand! Stay tuned for more info!

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🌍 NHL & Hockey World Buzz

Top NHL Headlines:
- OVECHKIN WATCH: As of Thursday morning, Ovi is 5 goals away from breaking Gretzky’s all-time record of 894. He’s gonna break the record in April. Absolutely incredible.
- Sidney Crosby is also defying Father Time with his 20th consecutive point-per-game season in Pittsburgh.
- Edmonton’s Leon Draisaitl is the first NHLer to surpass the 50 goal mark this season. He might end up winning the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league’s MVP.

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