"The Jets won the Presidents' Trophy as the top regular-season team in 2024-25 but enter Saturday five points back of the second Western wild card. Winnipeg is sixth in the draft lottery standings now."
"The Penguins, who finished 11 points out of a wild-card spot last season, are second in the Metro Division, 10 points back of the Carolina Hurricanes."
"The Golden Knights have a reasonably strong hold on a Pacific Division playoff spot, with a four-point edge on the Kings behind them."
"The Preds are right in the mix for the second wild card, one point behind the Kings, but holding a regulation wins edge of 23-18."
The NHL's final four Saturdays include a packed schedule with 11 games. Teams are vying for playoff positions, with the Winnipeg Jets struggling despite last season's success. The Pittsburgh Penguins are in a strong position in the Metro Division. The Golden Knights maintain a playoff spot in the Pacific Division, while the Predators are contending for a wild card. The Vancouver Canucks are likely to secure the best draft lottery odds, influencing future team strategies.
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