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The 2017 NHL season comes to an end on Sunday, setting the stage for the Stanley Cup playoffs as the Pittsburgh Penguins look to defend their crown.
Heading into the final five days of the regular season, 13 of the 16 playoff spots have been clinched, including all eight in the Western Conference. Three spots remain up for grabs, along with seeding that will likely come down to the final day.
| 2017 NHL Playoff Teams | ||
| Eastern Conference | W-L-OTL | Pts |
| Washington Capitals (Clinched Playoff Berth) | 52-18-8 | 112 |
| Pittsburgh Penguins (Clinched Playoff Berth) | 48-19-11 | 107 |
| Columbus Blue Jackets (Clinched Playoff Berth) | 49-21-8 | 106 |
| Montreal Canadiens (Clinched Atlantic Division) | 46-24-9 | 101 |
| New York Rangers (Clinched Playoff Berth) | 47-26-6 | 100 |
| Toronto Maple Leafs (Lead No. | ||