Historic Original Six NHL teams miss playoffs for first time

April 13, 2025, 9:20 pm

Two reports detail an unprecedented moment in NHL history, as all U.S.-based Original Six franchises—the Detroit Red Wings, Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, and New York Rangers—are eliminated from the postseason. The coverage outlines the shock of this historic first-time event, noting the long-established playoff legacies of these storied teams and marking a notable shift in the league’s competitive landscape.

ledevoir.com / Les clubs américains originaux de la LNH sont tous éliminés pour la première fois

torontosun.com / U.S.-based Original Six franchises all eliminated from playoffs for 1st time

winnipegfreepress.com / US-based Original Six Red Wings, Rangers, Bruins, Blackhawks eliminated from playoffs for 1st time

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