Well actually I think 8th will be between the Sens, Jets and Leafs. At first I thought the Jets really didn't have a chance. But thier schedule is very weak.
I now believe the Jets will end up fighting for that spot till the last game. The Sens have a very tough schedule. By all rights I think it should be Panthers 7th and Leafs 8th. But I won't believe the Leafs making the playoffs till I see it with my own eyes.
i feel the same about panthers too. all their guys are having career years (or were on pace to break their personal bests) and at some point its going to have to stop no? they will regress and lack secondary scoring
sagarin ratings also has leafs as the 10th best team!







