NHL, PWHL playoffs reach transcendent heights with OT heroics, highlight-reel goals

Thursday night featured high-stakes NHL and PWHL playoff action, highlighted by Mitch Marner scoring a spectacular goal as the Montreal Canadiens moved to within one win of securing a spot in the 2026 NHL final four, while the Anaheim Ducks were eliminated from contention. The PWHL Finals also got underway with overtime drama adding to an electric night of hockey. The Red Light newsletter, published by The Athletic, marked its 100th edition covering these events.