This Elimination Options page presents sets of game outcomes ("cases") that result in the Capitals losing certain playoff spots. A total of 14 games from week 26 were considered. The list may not contain all possible combinations. When a given set of games eliminates multiple playoff spots the case is listed in the lowest playoff spot only.
Case 1
Capitals lose to the Flyers in regulation
Case 2
Hurricanes beat the Blue Jackets
Case 3
Capitals lose to the Flyers in OT or in a shootout, and
Blue Jackets beat the Hurricanes in OT or in a shootout
No elimination cases were found for this spot
No elimination cases were found for this spot
The Capitals are not eligible for this spot
The Capitals are not eligible for this spot
The Capitals are not eligible for this spot
No elimination cases were found for this spot
No elimination cases were found for this spot