Three teams ahead of Capitals in Eastern Conference playoff race all lose in regulation before their game against Sabres

"The Capitals' odds rose from 8.6 percent to 9.5 percent after the Islanders lost, and then to 10.5 percent after the Rangers and Wild victories."

"Washington is three points back of the Senators for the second wild card playoff spot and four points back of the Islanders for third in the Metropolitan Division."

"The Capitals need both the Hurricanes and the Jets to win in regulation to further improve their playoff chances."

"The Sabres clinched a playoff spot earlier on Saturday, ending a historic 14-season postseason drought."

The Washington Capitals' playoff chances increased to 10.5 percent after three teams ahead of them in the Eastern Conference lost. The Capitals are three points behind the Ottawa Senators for the second wild card spot and four points behind the New York Islanders for third in the Metropolitan Division. They need the Carolina Hurricanes and Winnipeg Jets to win their games. Additionally, the Capitals must secure a victory against the Buffalo Sabres, who have already clinched a playoff spot, to maintain their chances.

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