As the NHL regular season hurtles towards its final stretch, the playoff picture is starting to take shape. With Sunday's games set to have a significant impact on the standings, fans are eagerly awaiting the clinching scenarios that could seal their team's postseason spot. Several teams are on the cusp of securing a playoff berth, with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Florida Panthers, and Nashville Predators all in prime position to clinch a spot in the 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs. Will Sunday's matchups be the deciding factor for these teams, or will they have to wait until the season's final stretch to secure their playoff fate?


NHL playoff standings: The clinching scenarios for Sunday  ESPN