Columbus Blue Jackets (37-33-9, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Washington Capitals (50-20-9, in the Metropolitan Division) ...

Chicago Blackhawks (23-46-11, in the Central Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (39-31-10, in the Atlantic Division) ...

BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Stars enter the matchup with the Detroit Red Wings after losing five games in a row. Detroit has a 21 ...

Philadelphia Flyers (33-37-9, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Ottawa Senators (43-30-6, in the Atlantic Division) ...

BOTTOM LINE: The Winnipeg Jets host the Edmonton Oilers after the Jets took down the Chicago Blackhawks 5-4 in a shootout.