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Colorado Avalanche Wrap Up NHL Regular Season on April 16
Bubble teams fight for final wild-card playoff spots as regular season nears conclusion
Mar. 27, 2026 at 2:36pm
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The NHL regular season is coming to a close, with the Colorado Avalanche facing the Seattle Kraken in one of the final games on April 16. The Avalanche have already secured a playoff berth, while Seattle is still fighting for a wild-card spot. The race for playoff positions remains tight, especially in the Eastern Conference, with multiple teams vying for the final wild-card spots.
Why it matters
The final games of the NHL regular season will determine the playoff seedings and which teams will secure the remaining wild-card spots. This is an important time for bubble teams to make a final push and secure their postseason berths.
The details
The Avalanche, who lead the league with 106 points, will face the Kraken in their final regular-season game on April 16. Seattle is currently three points out of a wild-card spot, so this game could have major implications for their playoff hopes. In the Eastern Conference, the race for the final wild-card spots is especially close, with the Boston Bruins, New York Islanders, and Ottawa Senators all within a few points of each other.
- The NHL regular season is set to end on Thursday, April 16.
- The Colorado Avalanche will face the Seattle Kraken in one of the final games, starting at 10:30 p.m. ET at Ball Arena in Denver.
The players
Colorado Avalanche
The Colorado Avalanche have already secured a playoff berth with a 48-13-10 record and lead the league with 106 points.
Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken are three points out of the Western Conference wild-card spot with a 32-29-10 record and are looking to close that gap and qualify for the playoffs.
What’s next
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The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
