NHL Playoff Picture Heating Up: Updated Standings and Matchups
Wild Card Races Intensify as Regular Season Nears
Postseason Seeds Taking Shape
As the NHL regular season nears its conclusion, the playoff picture is beginning to take shape. With just a handful of games remaining, teams are jockeying for position in the Eastern and Western Conferences.
The Boston Bruins currently hold the top spot in the East, followed by the New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils, and Pittsburgh Penguins. However, several teams are lurking within striking distance, including the Maple Leafs, Capitals, and Lightning.
In the West, the Colorado Avalanche are the clear frontrunners, having secured the Presidents Trophy with the league's best record. The Edmonton Oilers, Minnesota Wild, Winnipeg Jets, and Dallas Stars are all battling for the remaining playoff spots.
Wild Card Races Heat Up
The wild card race in both conferences is heating up. In the East, the Islanders, Panthers, and Sabres are vying for the two available wild cards. In the West, the Calgary Flames, Vancouver Canucks, and Los Angeles Kings are all within striking distance of a playoff berth.
Home-Ice Advantage Crucial
The team with the most points in the regular season will have home-ice advantage throughout the playoffs, including the conference finals and Stanley Cup Final. This gives them a significant advantage, as the majority of games in the postseason are played on the road.
ESPN Coverage
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered with full results and coverage on each team. Stay tuned for the latest updates and analysis as the 2024 NHL playoffs unfold.
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