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Colorado Avalanche Secures Playoff Spot; Stars, Wild Fight Close Behind

4/10/2026

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The Colorado Avalanche clinched the first playoff spot and posted a 7-3-0 record in their last 10 games.
Nathan MacKinnon's 123 points in 76 games highlight the Avalanche's offensive strength.
The Dallas Stars hold the second wild-card spot and remain consistent despite minor setbacks.
The Minnesota Wild are two points behind the Stars for third place in the division, bolstered by their acquisition of Quinn Hughes.

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Story summary

The Colorado Avalanche clinched the first playoff spot and posted a 7-3-0 record in their last 10 games.
Nathan MacKinnon's 123 points in 76 games highlight the Avalanche's offensive strength.
The Dallas Stars hold the second wild-card spot and remain consistent despite minor setbacks.
The Minnesota Wild are two points behind the Stars for third place in the division, bolstered by their acquisition of Quinn Hughes.