Bigtuna is somewhat correct with that last comment, but not likely in the way he intends.
There is no such thing as a "top four spot" as it relates to the conference standings and playoffs any longer. So the implied argument that Toronto is good enough to land home ice in the playoffs depends on their ability to finish ahead of TWO of Boston, Montreal and Tampa Bay. Frankly, I'd be surprised if they finish ahead of one of them.
But, with better defence, the Leafs would have a shot at eeking past Detroit for 4th in the Atlantic. So in that respect, the words are accurate.
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