CSKA advances, SKA eliminated from KHL play-offs
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Metallurg Magnitogorsk and Avangard Omsk won their first-round series to reach the second round of the Kontinental Hockey League playoffs. Their advancement completes the lineup of teams competing in the Gagarin Cup quarterfinals. This affects the competition structure and fan interest in the ongoing KHL season.
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- •Metallurg Magnitogorsk secured a victory to advance to the second round on April 1, 2026.
- •Avangard Omsk also won their series and moved on to the second round on April 1, 2026.
- •Ak Bars Kazan defeated Traktor Chelyabinsk in overtime on March 31, 2026, to reach the quarterfinals.
- •CSKA Moscow eliminated SKA Saint Petersburg on March 31, 2026, securing a quarterfinal spot.
- •SKA Saint Petersburg was eliminated from the Gagarin Cup first round for the second consecutive year.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Metallurg Magnitogorsk continues winning in the second round Metallurg could reach the Gagarin Cup semifinals, increasing their chances for the championship and boosting fan support in Magnitogorsk.
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