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Originally Posted by Street Pharmacist
Why? It's not a hockey site, but how can math need credibility? Their formula is transparent and they're not claiming and subjective opinions. What does credibility have to do with chance at playoffs using a given formula?
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If they're using the 1-8 format for calculating chance of making the playoffs, then those probabilities are off as well. The divisional + wild-card format makes a significant difference compared to a straight 1-8.
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