Stanley Cup Chaos: Tiebreakers Decide Playoff Fates
The NHL regular season is reaching its dramatic conclusion, and the battle for the coveted final playoff spots in the Eastern Conference is tighter than ever. With the Washington Capitals, Detroit Red Wings, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Philadelphia Flyers all vying for that last berth, the stage is set for a nail-biting finish that could very well come down to the league’s tiebreaking procedures.
As the dust settles on the 82-game marathon, teams find themselves separated by the slimmest of margins.