Who Wins the Atlantic Division in 2026-27?
The model projects Buffalo for a division-best 104.2 points and a 20.9% chance to win the Atlantic, edging Tampa Bay. Full projected standings for all eight teams.
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The model projects Buffalo for a division-best 104.2 points and a 20.9% chance to win the Atlantic, edging Tampa Bay. Full projected standings for all eight teams.
Colorado projects for a league-best 107.1 points and a 27.3% chance to win the Central, the strongest division-winner projection anywhere in the league. Full projected standings for all eight teams.
Carolina projects for a division-best 105.1 points and a 25.6% chance to win the Metropolitan, the clearest favorite of any of the four divisions. Full projected standings for all eight teams.
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Edmonton projects for a division-best 97.1 points and a 20.4% chance to win the Pacific, the lowest points total to lead any division in this preview. Full projected standings for all eight teams.
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