In a thrilling Metropolitan Division showdown, four teams are vying for the coveted third-place spot in the standings. The New York Islanders, Columbus Blue Jackets, Washington Capitals, and Philadelphia Flyers are locked in a fierce battle for position as the NHL regular season nears its end. With just a few games remaining, each team is determined to secure the third seed and the accompanying home-ice advantage in the playoffs. As the stakes grow higher, fans are eagerly awaiting the outcome, wondering which of these four Metropolitan rivals will emerge victorious and claim the third-place spot.
Four Metropolitan Division teams are battling for third place. Which of the New York Islanders, Columbus Blue Jackets, Washington Capitals and Philadelphia Flyers do we think will earn that spot?