NHL Power Rankings — Week 2 (Oct 20 – Oct 26, 2025)

All 32 NHL teams ranked by Elo rating with 7-day performance, expected goals share (xGF%), Corsi possession (CF%), and analytics-driven commentary.

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   Winnipeg Jets

   (4-1-0)

   Elo: 1556+5 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 41.3CF% 38.4

   The Winnipeg Jets remain firmly entrenched at No. 1, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 14-5 across 3 games. Their 41.3% expected goals share at 5-on-5 is a major red flag — they were thoroughly outchanced at even strength, and if the results don't match, regression is likely coming. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. A 38.4% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 4-1-0 (8 pts).

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2. 2
   

   Vegas Golden Knights

   (4-0-2)

   Elo: 1546+8 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 51.5CF% 49.1

   The Vegas Golden Knights climbed 1 spot to No. 2. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 16-8 across 3 games. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 4-0-2 (10 pts).

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3. 3
   

   Colorado Avalanche

   (5-0-1)

   Elo: 1545+5 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 63.5CF% 60.3

   The Colorado Avalanche climbed 1 spot to No. 3. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 11-3 across 3 games. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 63.5% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. They dominated shot attempts with 60.3% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 5-0-1 (11 pts).

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4. 4
   

   Carolina Hurricanes

   (5-0-0)

   Elo: 1539+5 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 66.8CF% 60.4

   The Carolina Hurricanes climbed 2 spots to No. 4. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 13-5 across 3 games. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 66.8% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. They dominated shot attempts with 60.4% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 5-0-0 (10 pts).

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5. 5
   

   Dallas Stars

   (3-2-0)

   Elo: 1537-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 49.3CF% 45.8

   The Dallas Stars tumbled 3 spots to No. 5 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-9. Season record: 3-2-0 (6 pts).

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   Washington Capitals

   (4-2-0)

   Elo: 1533-1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 64.1CF% 64.0

   The Washington Capitals slipped 1 spot to No. 6. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-7. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 64.1% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. They dominated shot attempts with 64.0% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 4-2-0 (8 pts).

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7. 7
   

   Toronto Maple Leafs

   (3-2-1)

   Elo: 1530+1 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 53.2CF% 51.5

   The Toronto Maple Leafs hold steady at No. 7. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 14-12. A 53.2% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 3-2-1 (7 pts).

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8. 8
   

   Los Angeles Kings

   (1-3-2)

   Elo: 1525-4 this week7-day: 0-1-2xGF% 50.6CF% 53.1

   The Los Angeles Kings hold steady at No. 8. They went winless at 0-1-2, being outscored 12-8 in 3 games. Season record: 1-3-2 (4 pts).

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9. 9
   

   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (1-3-2)

   Elo: 1523-4 this week7-day: 1-1-2xGF% 49.7CF% 48.6

   The Tampa Bay Lightning climbed 2 spots to No. 9. They posted a 1-1-2 record this week, being outscored by opponents 11-9. Season record: 1-3-2 (4 pts).

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10. 10
    

    Edmonton Oilers

    (2-3-1)

    Elo: 1518-6 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 46.1CF% 46.0

    The Edmonton Oilers hold steady at No. 10. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 13-9. Their 46.1% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 2-3-1 (5 pts).

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11. 11
    

    Florida Panthers

    (3-4-0)

    Elo: 1516-9 this week7-day: 0-4-0xGF% 48.3CF% 48.5

    The Florida Panthers slipped 2 spots to No. 11. They went winless at 0-4-0, being outscored 15-4 in 4 games. Despite the underlying metrics, their actual goal share lagged behind expectations — a sign of bad puck luck or poor finishing that could correct itself. Season record: 3-4-0 (6 pts).

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12. 12
    

    St. Louis Blues

    (3-2-0)

    Elo: 1511-1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 56.1CF% 54.3

    The St. Louis Blues climbed 1 spot to No. 12. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week. Their 56.1% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 3-2-0 (6 pts).

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    Vancouver Canucks

    (4-2-0)

    Elo: 1510+7 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 41.8CF% 43.2

    The Vancouver Canucks climbed 1 spot to No. 13. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 14-13. Their 41.8% expected goals share at 5-on-5 is a major red flag — they were thoroughly outchanced at even strength, and if the results don't match, regression is likely coming. A 43.2% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 4-2-0 (8 pts).

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14. 14
    

    New York Rangers

    (3-3-1)

    Elo: 15090 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 62.3CF% 53.7

    The New York Rangers slipped 2 spots to No. 14. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 7-5. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 62.3% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. Despite the underlying metrics, their actual goal share lagged behind expectations — a sign of bad puck luck or poor finishing that could correct itself. Season record: 3-3-1 (7 pts).

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15. 15
    

    New Jersey Devils

    (4-1-0)

    Elo: 1505+6 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 57.5CF% 50.9

    The New Jersey Devils surged 4 spots to No. 15, up from No. 19 last week. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 11-6 across 3 games. Their 57.5% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 4-1-0 (8 pts).

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    Utah Mammoth

    (4-2-0)

    Elo: 1502+7 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 63.0CF% 57.1

    The Utah Mammoth climbed 1 spot to No. 16. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-9. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 63.0% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. They dominated shot attempts with 57.1% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 4-2-0 (8 pts).

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    Detroit Red Wings

    (5-1-0)

    Elo: 1501+6 this week7-day: 4-0-0xGF% 44.3CF% 46.9

    The Detroit Red Wings surged 4 spots to No. 17, up from No. 21 last week. They had a perfect 4-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 13-6 across 4 games. A 44.3% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 5-1-0 (10 pts).

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18. 18
    

    Minnesota Wild

    (2-3-1)

    Elo: 1496-5 this week7-day: 1-2-1xGF% 35.2CF% 46.1

    The Minnesota Wild slipped 2 spots to No. 18. They posted a 1-2-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 15-8. Their 35.2% expected goals share at 5-on-5 is a major red flag — they were thoroughly outchanced at even strength, and if the results don't match, regression is likely coming. Season record: 2-3-1 (5 pts).

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19. 19
    

    Ottawa Senators

    (2-4-0)

    Elo: 1494-6 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 50.1CF% 56.8

    The Ottawa Senators tumbled 4 spots to No. 19 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 20-13. They dominated shot attempts with 56.8% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 2-4-0 (4 pts).

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20. 20
    

    Montreal Canadiens

    (4-2-0)

    Elo: 1493-3 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 53.0CF% 49.0

    The Montreal Canadiens hold steady at No. 20. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-10. A 53.0% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 4-2-0 (8 pts).

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    Calgary Flames

    (1-5-0)

    Elo: 1490-8 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 48.0CF% 51.6

    The Calgary Flames tumbled 3 spots to No. 21 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 13-4 in 3 games. Their 48.0% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Despite the underlying metrics, their actual goal share lagged behind expectations — a sign of bad puck luck or poor finishing that could correct itself. Season record: 1-5-0 (2 pts).

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22. 22
    

    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (4-2-0)

    Elo: 1488+3 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 56.3CF% 45.6

    The Pittsburgh Penguins climbed 1 spot to No. 22. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-6. Their 56.3% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 4-2-0 (8 pts).

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23. 23
    

    New York Islanders

    (2-3-0)

    Elo: 1488+7 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 53.2CF% 54.9

    The New York Islanders climbed 2 spots to No. 23. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week. A 53.2% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 2-3-0 (4 pts).

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24. 24
    

    Buffalo Sabres

    (2-3-0)

    Elo: 1483+6 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 49.5CF% 46.9

    The Buffalo Sabres climbed 2 spots to No. 24. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-7. Season record: 2-3-0 (4 pts).

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25. 25
    

    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (2-3-0)

    Elo: 1482+0 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 46.8CF% 48.6

    The Columbus Blue Jackets slipped 1 spot to No. 25. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-6. Their 46.8% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 2-3-0 (4 pts).

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26. 26
    

    Boston Bruins

    (3-4-0)

    Elo: 1481-7 this week7-day: 0-4-0xGF% 35.8CF% 43.0

    The Boston Bruins tumbled 4 spots to No. 26 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-4-0, being outscored 17-11 in 4 games. Their 35.8% expected goals share at 5-on-5 is a major red flag — they were thoroughly outchanced at even strength, and if the results don't match, regression is likely coming. A 43.0% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 3-4-0 (6 pts).

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27. 27
    

    Seattle Kraken

    (3-0-2)

    Elo: 1478+1 this week7-day: 1-0-2xGF% 45.1CF% 48.8

    The Seattle Kraken hold steady at No. 27. They posted a 1-0-2 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-11. A 45.1% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 3-0-2 (8 pts).

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28. 28
    

    Nashville Predators

    (2-2-2)

    Elo: 1475-4 this week7-day: 1-2-1xGF% 50.3CF% 54.2

    The Nashville Predators hold at No. 28, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-2-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 15-11. Season record: 2-2-2 (6 pts).

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29. 29
    

    Philadelphia Flyers

    (2-2-1)

    Elo: 1466-2 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 56.8CF% 49.3

    The Philadelphia Flyers hold at No. 29, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 9-8. Their 56.8% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 2-2-1 (5 pts).

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30. 30
    

    Anaheim Ducks

    (2-2-1)

    Elo: 14580 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 36.6CF% 48.8

    The Anaheim Ducks hold at No. 30, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-6. Their 36.6% expected goals share at 5-on-5 is a major red flag — they were thoroughly outchanced at even strength, and if the results don't match, regression is likely coming. Season record: 2-2-1 (5 pts).

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31. 31
    

    Chicago Blackhawks

    (3-2-2)

    Elo: 1436+4 this week7-day: 3-0-1xGF% 49.2CF% 45.9

    The Chicago Blackhawks hold at No. 31, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 3-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 15-8. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 3-2-2 (8 pts).

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    San Jose Sharks

    (0-3-2)

    Elo: 1403-7 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 35.9CF% 41.5

    The San Jose Sharks hold at No. 32, unable to gain ground in the standings. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 14-4 in 3 games. Their 35.9% expected goals share at 5-on-5 is a major red flag — they were thoroughly outchanced at even strength, and if the results don't match, regression is likely coming. A 41.5% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 0-3-2 (2 pts).

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