Oilers chase playoff position in Pacific Division race

As the NHL season nears its end, the Edmonton Oilers are in a tight race with the Vegas Golden Knights for the top spot in the Pacific Division. The Oilers have been competing closely with the Los Angeles Kings for playoff positioning as well. Fans can look forward to another potential matchup between the Oilers and Kings in the first round of the playoffs. The Oilers will start this crucial stretch with a game against the Utah Hockey Club, a team they have defeated twice this season. They need to capitalize on their remaining games, especially since many are against teams still in playoff contention. Currently, the Golden Knights lead the division with 86 points, while the Oilers have 82 and the Kings 81. There are several important games ahead, including matchups against both the Golden Knights and Kings. In addition to the playoff race, attention is also drawn to the standings for the NHL draft lottery. Currently, the San Jose Sharks hold the number one position for the draft pick, followed closely by the Chicago Blackhawks and Nashville Predators. The excitement continues as the playoffs loom closer, with many more games to play before the regular season ends on April 17. Fans are eager to see how the standings will change in the final weeks.