NHL Wild Card Standings Overview
The NHL wild card standings as of March 10, 2026, see the Utah Mammoth in the first wild-card spot with 73 points through 64 games. The Seattle Kraken follow closely in the second wild-card position with 67 points from 62 games.
In the race for playoff positions, the San Jose Sharks and Los Angeles Kings are tied with 66 points, although the Sharks have played 61 games compared to the Kings’ 63 games. The Nashville Predators are also in contention with 64 points from 63 games.
The Mammoth have shown strong performance recently, going 4-2-1 since the Olympic break, including three consecutive wins before suffering an overtime loss on Monday. They have 17 games remaining, with eight of those against teams currently in playoff positions.
The Kraken, with 20 games left, face a challenging schedule that includes 10 matchups against teams in playoff contention. Meanwhile, the Sharks have 21 games remaining, with only eight against playoff teams, which could give them an edge in securing a wild card spot.
The Kings, who also have 19 games remaining, will need to navigate through seven matchups against playoff contenders. The Predators, with 19 games left, have a tougher road ahead, facing 10 contests against teams vying for playoff spots.
According to Stathletes, the Mammoth have the best playoff chances at 98.9%, while the Sharks are at 71.9%. This data reflects the competitive nature of the current playoff race as the season approaches its conclusion.
The NHL Trade Deadline has passed, and teams are now focused on solidifying their playoff positions. With the standings so tight, every game will be crucial in determining which teams will secure a spot in the postseason.
As the season progresses, observers will be watching closely to see how the remaining games impact the wild card standings. Details remain unconfirmed regarding potential injuries or trades that could affect team performance in the final stretch of the season.
