# Detroit & Islanders Eliminated — The Playoff Field Shrinks

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Podcast: [The DFO Rundown](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dfo-rundown-1516034)
Published: 2026-04-13T13:56:46+00:00
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## Resource

Two more teams have officially been eliminated — and the playoff race continues to tighten across the NHL. On this episode of the DFO Rundown , we break down the Detroit Red Wings and New York Islanders being eliminated from playoff contention , what went wrong for both teams, and what their offseason outlook could look like. We also dive into the Philadelphia Flyers continuing to battle down the stretch , plus a closer look at Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield and their growing impact as leaders in Montreal. Out west, we examine the Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks , why pressure continues to build in the Western Conference race, and what lies ahead as teams fight for positioning. Plus, we cover: • The latest on the Washington Capitals without Alex Ovechkin • A spotlight on Justin Sourdif • Buy or Sell debate topics from around the league • A feature on the Kelowna Rockets 👍🏼 Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ Connect with us on ⬇️ Twitter Instagram Website Daily Faceoff Merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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