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If the regular season ends and two teams have the same record and are tied for the Wild Card, they go to a one game playoff, where the winner advances into the post season and the loser is eliminated from the playoffs.

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Q: What if three teams tie for the wild card?
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For MLB what are the rules for breaking ties in standings?

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How many points does a team need to make it to the NHL playoffs?

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