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NHL Playoff Race Heats Up: Wild Card Spots on the Line
5 Apr
Summary
- Multiple multi-team ties define NHL playoff races on April 4.
- Eastern Conference features a four-team tie for the second wild card.
- Western Conference sees three teams tied for the second wild card spot.
As of April 4, the NHL playoff picture is marked by several tight races, particularly for wild-card berths. In the Western Conference, the Nashville Predators, San Jose Sharks, and Los Angeles Kings are in a three-way tie, each with 79 points, battling for the second wild-card spot. The San Jose Sharks hold an advantage due to a game in hand, with a crucial matchup against the Predators scheduled for tonight.
The Eastern Conference presents a more complex scenario with a four-team tie for the second wild-card position. The Ottawa Senators, Detroit Red Wings, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Philadelphia Flyers are all level with 88 points. Both the Blue Jackets and Flyers are also contending for the third spot in the Metropolitan Division, trailing the New York Islanders, who have 89 points and have played one more game.
The article also provides detailed standings for both the Central and Pacific Divisions in the West, and the Metropolitan and Atlantic Divisions in the East, alongside projected first-round playoff matchups as of April 3. It lists the upcoming games for April 4, indicating their times and broadcast information.
