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Devils Best Islanders, Clinch Playoff Berth

Ovechkin, Caps top 'Canes, Panthers take down Thrashers

By Doug Sweeney, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 1, 2008 11:20 PM CDT

(Newser) – Zach Parise’s goal 29 seconds into overtime gave New Jersey a 2-1 victory over the New York Islanders and also clinched a playoff spot for the Devils. New Jersey has a two point lead on the New York Rangers for fourth place and can... Read full story »

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Devils Best Islanders, Clinch Playoff Berth

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