Eastern Playoff Bubble: Senators vs Red Wings | April 5, 2026
Published 4/5/2026
Quick Take
- The Senators (OTT) currently hold the bubble lead with 88 points.
- The Senators (OTT) have 88 points, while the Red Wings (DET) have 88 points, with a 0-point gap between the last team in and the first team out.
- In the event of a tie, the Senators (OTT) have a significant advantage with 33 regulation or overtime wins, compared to the Red Wings (DET) with 29 ROW.
The Eastern Conference playoff bubble is heating up, with the Senators (OTT) and Red Wings (DET) vying for the last spot. The Senators (OTT) are led by their star players, who are determined to make a push for the playoffs. The Red Wings (DET) are facing an uphill battle, but still have a chance to overtake the Senators (OTT).
The current playoff cutoff line has the Bruins (BOS) with 94 points and the Senators (OTT) with 88 points, while the Red Wings (DET), Blue Jackets (CBJ), Flyers (PHI), and Capitals (WSH) are all on the outside looking in with 88 points or less. The Senators (OTT) are barely holding on to the last spot, with several teams nipping at their heels.
If the Senators (OTT) and Red Wings (DET) finish tied in points, the Senators (OTT) will have the advantage due to their higher ROW count, with 33 regulation or overtime wins compared to the Red Wings (DET) with 29 ROW. This tiebreaker could be the deciding factor in the playoff bubble.
The schedule and momentum are crucial at this point, with the Senators (OTT) facing a tough road ahead, including several games against top teams in the conference. The Red Wings (DET) and Blue Jackets (CBJ) are also facing difficult schedules, while the Flyers (PHI) and Capitals (WSH) are trying to build momentum to make a late push for the playoffs.
