NHL Wild Card Standings Overview
As of March 10, 2026, the NHL wild card standings show the Utah Mammoth leading the race with 73 points accumulated over 64 games. The Seattle Kraken follow closely in the second wild-card position with 67 points from 62 games.
The competition for playoff spots is heating up, with the San Jose Sharks and Los Angeles Kings both sitting at 66 points. The Sharks have played 61 games, while the Kings have completed 63. The Nashville Predators are also in the mix, holding 64 points after 63 games.
Since the Olympic break, the Mammoth have demonstrated strong performance, going 4-2-1, including a streak of three consecutive wins before suffering an overtime loss on Monday. With 17 games remaining in their schedule, they face a challenging path ahead, as eight of those games are against teams currently in playoff positions.
The Kraken, with 20 games left to play, will also need to navigate a tough schedule, facing 10 teams that are currently in playoff contention. Meanwhile, the Sharks have the advantage of a lighter schedule, with 21 games remaining, only eight of which are against playoff teams.
The Kings and Predators are not far behind, with the Kings having 19 games left, including seven against playoff teams, and the Predators facing a daunting 10 contests against playoff contenders in their remaining 19 games.
According to Stathletes, the Mammoth have the highest playoff chances at 98.9%, followed by the Sharks at 71.9%. This data highlights the Mammoth’s strong position as they look to secure their playoff berth.
The NHL Trade Deadline has passed, and teams are now focused on solidifying their positions as the playoff races intensify. Observers will be watching closely as the remaining games unfold, particularly for teams like the Mammoth and Kraken, who are in prime positions to advance.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential trades or changes in team rosters as the season progresses, but the focus remains on the ice as teams vie for playoff spots.