Even though Detroit is tied with Columbus for the last wild card spot in the East, the Blue Jackets would claim the last spot due to their ROW (regulation/overtime wins) of 29 compared to Detroit's 25.

Tonight, Washington plays Pittsburgh and trails the Wings by 1 point and have played one more game than the Wings.

Nashville is in Ottawa and the Senators trail the Wings by 4 points.

Phoenix plays Tampa Bay and the Bolts lead the Wings by 3 points.

Columbus is in Dallas, explanatioo above.

Toronto is playing in Anaheim and have a 5 point lead on the Wings.