The Kings are first in the division, but their grasp is tenuous. First and second (or third) is the difference between a wild card and division rival matchup. Let's look at the possibilities.
The Kings are in a great spot now. They have a one point division lead and a nice four game padding of regulation and overtime wins for position tiebreakers. Based on the standings now, it looks as if Colorado and Minnesota will battle for the last wild card spot. The Kings' point total could also end up tied with Chicago's when they draw even on games played, so it's not even sure which team in the West will get the first wild card team and which will get the second.