This Clinching Options page presents sets of game outcomes ("cases") that result in the Canadiens winning certain playoff spots. A total of 11 games from week 29 were considered. The list may not contain all possible combinations. When a given set of games clinches multiple playoff spots the case is listed in the highest playoff spot only.
The Canadiens are not eligible for this spot
The Canadiens are not eligible for this spot
The Canadiens are not eligible for this spot
The Canadiens cannot win this spot
The Canadiens cannot win this spot
The Canadiens cannot win this spot
The Canadiens cannot win this spot
Case 1
Canadiens beat the Hurricanes
Case 2
Canadiens lose to the Hurricanes in OT or in a shootout
Case 3
Blue Jackets lose to the Islanders
Case 4
Islanders lose to the Blue Jackets in OT or in a shootout