I've been tracking, what I call the "Diminishing Returns" point system. This is just for fun. 3-2-1-0, RW-OTW-SOW-L (a lost is zero point) no loser points here. Check it out; Kraken still in! Thanks Gemini...

As of the morning of April 3, 2026, here is the breakdown of the standings using your 3-2-1-0 system.

In this format, we take the standard "Wins" and strip them back into three distinct categories: Regulation Wins (3 pts), Overtime Wins (2 pts), and Shootout Wins (1 pt). Any loss, including OT/SO losses, is worth 0 points.

Western Conference (3-2-1-0 Standings)

The most striking result here is the Seattle Kraken jumping from 10th in the real NHL standings to the final Wild Card spot in yours. This happens because the Kings and Predators rely on "loser points" from OT losses, which are worth nothing in your system.

Eastern Conference (3-2-1-0 Standings)

In the East, Washington is the biggest winner. They currently sit 11th in the NHL, but because they have 32 regulation wins (more than the Flyers, Red Wings, or Blue Jackets), they rocket into the playoffs under your rules.

Observations on the "Skills Competition"

• The Anaheim Penalty: The Ducks are the perfect example of a "shootout team." They have 8 shootout wins, but only 24 regulation wins. In the real NHL, they are 1st in the Pacific; in your system, they drop to 2nd and are nearly caught by Vegas.
• The Edmonton Efficiency: The Oilers are the opposite. They have zero shootout wins. They win in 60 minutes or they win in 4-on-4. Your system rewards their "pure" hockey style, moving them ahead of Anaheim for the division lead.
• The Philly Collapse: The Flyers lead the league with 9 shootout wins. In the NHL, those are worth 18 points. In your system, they are worth only 9, which is why they drop out of the playoff picture entirely.