The Detroit Red Wings failed to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the ninth consecutive season, extending the longest drought in the team’s 98-season history. The Red Wings (37-35-7) were eliminated from contention when the Montreal Canadiens got one point against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday.

As a service to fans who have a general interest in the National Hockey League but have no idea what has happened since the Florida Panthers raised the Stanley Cup by defeating the Edmonton Oilers last June,

An infusion of young talent fresh to the NHL in recent weeks, a handful of veterans in their mid-to-late 30s chasing the Stanley Cup and the best goaltender in the league this season looking to change his reputation are among the things to watch as the playoffs unfold.