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Originally Posted by The Cobra
17 teams had a positive goal differential this year, with Calgary ranking #17.
The top 16 are the 16 playoff teams.
Want to make the playoffs?
Score more goals than you give up.
Sometimes it really is that simple.
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Yeah, this is why it should be called a primary stat, and any shot-based metrics ("possession" etc.) should be considered secondary stats.
The latter are good for adding nuance, but they rarely change the overall picture, which is already visible in points per game and goal differential.