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NHL playoff standings: Bruins, Canes an East finals preview?

Much of what we examine in this space revolves around the races to earn a playoff spot (or the race to the bottom for the lottery teams). But let's look a little bit ahead for two teams that have already clinched their spots in the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs.

The Boston Bruins have been on a record pace this season, securing their playoff ticket back on March 11 and the Atlantic Division title on Saturday with their 2-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. They need eight more points to clinch the Presidents' Trophy as the league's No.