Stanley Cup Playoff clinching scenarios for March 18

Sharks can earn berth with point against Golden Knights

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By NHL.com @NHLdotcom

Here are the Stanley Cup Playoffs clinching scenarios for March 18:

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The San Jose Sharks will clinch a playoff berth if they get at least one point against the Vegas Golden Knights (10:30 p.m. ET; ESPN+, NBCSCA, ATTSN-RM, NHL.TV).

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