As the 2023-2024 NHL regular season reaches its climax, the Stanley Cup Playoffs are heating up. With several teams still vying for the final few spots in the postseason, the competition is fierce. The Sportsnet analysis breaks down the clinching scenarios for the remaining teams, identifying the key matchups and games that will determine their fate. From the Eastern Conference's tight playoff picture to the Western Conference's battle for the final wild-card spot, this rundown will give fans a clear understanding of what's at stake and which teams are on the cusp of making the playoffs. Can the likes of the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins secure their postseason spots, or will other teams pull off a stunning upset to steal the final spot?

Stanley Cup Playoffs clinching scenarios: Still spots up for grabs  Sportsnet