1. Edmonton Oilers

2. Boston Bruins (from Toronto)

3. Florida Panthers

4. Columbus Blue Jackets

5. New York Islanders

6. Tampa Bay Lightning

7. Carolina Hurricanes

8. Atlanta Thrashers

9. Minnesota Wild

10. New York Rangers

11. Dallas Stars

12. Anaheim Ducks

13. Phoenix Coyotes (from Calgary)

14. St. Louis Blues

The remaining positions are determined at the conclusion of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.