NHL fans, get ready for the ultimate showdown. The 2023-2024 NHL playoffs are heating up, and USA Today has the latest updates on who's in and who's out. With the regular season coming to a close, the standings are tightening, and tiebreakers are being put to the test. Find out which teams have secured their spots in the coveted 16-team playoff bracket, and get a sneak peek at the thrilling matchups that await in the first round, including divisional showdowns and inter-conference battles. Will your favorite team emerge victorious, or will a dark horse challenger steal the spotlight?

Who is in NHL playoffs? Latest standings, bracket matchups, tiebreakers  USA Today