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Coverage dated September 23, 2026 to September 25, 2026

Challenge in NHL's Central Division is cracking top 3 of Colorado, Dallas, Minnesota

Headline from Toledo Blade

NEW YORK — In a top-heavy Central Division headed by Colorado, Dallas and Minnesota, the prevailing belief entering this season is which of the five other teams can compete for one or both of the Western Conference’s wild-card playoff spots.

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  1. Triblive

    NHL 2026-27 preview: Challenge in Central is cracking top 3 of Avalanche, Stars, Wild (opens Triblive)

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    In a top-heavy Central Division headed by Colorado, Dallas and Minnesota, the prevailing belief entering this season is which of the five other teams can compete for one or both of the Western Conference’s wild-card playoff spots.

  2. Toledo Blade

    Challenge in NHL's Central Division is cracking top 3 of Colorado, Dallas, Minnesota (opens Toledo Blade)

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    NEW YORK — In a top-heavy Central Division headed by Colorado, Dallas and Minnesota, the prevailing belief entering this season is which of the five other teams can compete for one or both of the Western Conference’s wild-card playoff spots.

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