The sharks have 7 games left in the regular season. That means it is almost time for me to grow my playoff beard. Woohoo! The Sharks are currently leading the Pacific Division and have 99 points. I've looked at their closest competition (Ducks & Stars) and have calculated that they need to get 105 points to win the division outright, which means they need 6 points. So here are the various scenarios that could get them there:
1. 3 wins @ 2 pts each = 6 pts.
2. 2 wins + 2 ties (1 pt each) = 6 pts.
3. 1 win + 4 ties = 6 pts.
If they win the Pacific Division they will probably the #2 seed in the west (after Detriot). It is a far cry from their 107 pts last year getting them the #5 seed.