NHL Hockey 3h Briefing
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Last updated: March 20, 2026, 11:30 AM ET
NHL Standings & Projections
The Buffalo Sabres charged into the top three of the latest NHL Power Rankings, showing performance that significantly outpaced their preseason over/under projections across the league. This shift impacts the race for the top overall seed, where teams are fiercely competing for Presidents' Trophy positioning. Updates to the playoff projections indicate a tightening race, while lottery standings are also being finalized as the regular season nears conclusion.