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Islanders playoff hopes uncertain if NHL suspends season like NBA

After Utah Jazz player Rudy Gobert tested positive for COVID-19, the NBA suspended the rest of the regular season. Putting the NHL on the clock for a decision on what they'll do next. If the season is suspended, what will that mean for the New York Islanders hopes for the playoffs?

According to Darren Dreger, the NHL could suspend the rest of the season and just resume play in the playoffs. But with 80 points from 68 games, the Islanders aren't currently in the playoffs.

If the season is suspended on Thursday, what will happen to playoff seeding?