Neither Boston or Florida pulled away with the final wild card spot after gaining just a point on Thursday.
Omark tries trick shot during KHL playoff game

Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY SportsAnyone who plays hockey at some point finds themselves behind the opposing net with the puck, wondering if they could just toss the puck off the goalie’s back and into the net.
It’s such a simple idea, but eventually everyone decides it’ll never work and they move on.
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Geoff Burke-USA TODAY SportsYou could be the Panthers’ backup goalie

Robert Mayer-USA TODAY SportsSo, like any good team with a great marketing department, the Panthers doubled down on the crazy situation with an awesome promotion.
Florida announced on Thursday it will host a “Goal of a Lifetime” contest, where a lucky fan will actually get to become the Panthers’ back-up goalie for one practice!
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