Current NHL Standings and Playoff Picture
As the 2025 NHL season approaches its climax, teams are fiercely competing for playoff spots. With the regular season ending on April 16, the standings are crucial for determining who will make it to the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Eastern Conference Standings
| Team | Wins | Losses | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Bruins | 50 | 22 | 110 |
| Tampa Bay Lightning | 48 | 24 | 106 |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | 46 | 26 | 102 |
Western Conference Standings
| Team | Wins | Losses | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Avalanche | 52 | 20 | 114 |
| Vegas Golden Knights | 49 | 23 | 108 |
| Edmonton Oilers | 47 | 25 | 104 |
Stanley Cup Playoff Bracket
The playoff bracket is shaping up with intense matchups expected. As of April 16, 2025, the top teams in each conference are preparing for the first round.
Eastern Conference Matchups
- Boston Bruins vs. New York Islanders
- Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
- Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Florida Panthers
- Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers
Western Conference Matchups
- Colorado Avalanche vs. Seattle Kraken
- Vegas Golden Knights vs. Calgary Flames
- Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Dallas Stars vs. Minnesota Wild
Clinching Scenarios
With the season nearing its end, several teams are on the verge of clinching playoff spots. Here are the scenarios as of April 16, 2025:
Eastern Conference
- Boston Bruins: Clinched playoff spot.
- Tampa Bay Lightning: Clinched playoff spot.
- Toronto Maple Leafs: Clinched playoff spot.
- Florida Panthers: Need one more win to secure a playoff spot.
Western Conference
- Colorado Avalanche: Clinched playoff spot.
- Vegas Golden Knights: Clinched playoff spot.
- Edmonton Oilers: Clinched playoff spot.
- Calgary Flames: Need to win their next game to clinch.
Key Players to Watch
As the playoffs approach, several players are expected to make significant impacts:
- Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers): Leading the league in points and a crucial asset for the Oilers.
- Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche): Known for his speed and skill, MacKinnon is a playoff game-changer.
- Auston Matthews (Toronto Maple Leafs): A top goal scorer, Matthews is vital for the Leafs’ playoff success.
- Andrei Vasilevskiy (Tampa Bay Lightning): One of the best goaltenders in the league, Vasilevskiy is key for the Lightning.
Upcoming Games and Final Push
With only a few games left in the regular season, teams are making their final push to secure playoff positions. The intensity is palpable as each game could determine the fate of a franchise’s playoff hopes.
Stay tuned for the latest updates as the NHL season concludes and the playoffs begin. The excitement is building, and fans are eagerly anticipating the thrilling matchups that lie ahead.
