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Western Conference playoff reset: Cup contenders, wild-card watch, more

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The NHL trade deadline might not have been quite as crazy as some expected, but there were a handful of trades that could change the shape of the Western Conference playoff race, and also determine which club ends up with the best shot at the top pick in the draft.

Let's have a look at how the West shakes out as we head down the final stretch of the season, and be sure to check out the Eastern Conference breakdown here.

Stanley Cup contenders

These teams are the most likely to represent the West in the Stanley Cup Final.