NHL Power Rankings — Week 5 (Nov 10 – Nov 16, 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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   Colorado Avalanche

   (10-1-5)

   Elo: 1551+6 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 57.3CF% 50.4

   The Colorado Avalanche climbed 2 spots to No. 1. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 17-7 across 3 games. Their 57.3% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 10-1-5 (25 pts).

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   Winnipeg Jets

   (9-6-0)

   Elo: 1547-10 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 42.0CF% 44.3

   The Winnipeg Jets slipped 1 spot to No. 2. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 9-2 in 3 games. Their Elo fell -10 to 1547. A 42.0% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. 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: 9-6-0 (18 pts).

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   Vegas Golden Knights

   (7-3-4)

   Elo: 1543-2 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 58.5CF% 50.9

   The Vegas Golden Knights slipped 1 spot to No. 3. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-7. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 58.5% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. 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: 7-3-4 (18 pts).

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   Carolina Hurricanes

   (11-4-0)

   Elo: 1542+11 this week7-day: 4-0-0xGF% 59.5CF% 62.4

   The Carolina Hurricanes climbed 1 spot to No. 4. They had a perfect 4-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 18-10 across 4 games. Their Elo climbed +11 to 1542. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 59.5% 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 dominated shot attempts with 62.4% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 11-4-0 (22 pts).

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   Dallas Stars

   (9-4-3)

   Elo: 1541+1 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 56.1CF% 47.7

   The Dallas Stars slipped 1 spot to No. 5. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 16-15. Their 56.1% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 9-4-3 (21 pts).

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   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (8-5-2)

   Elo: 1531+4 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 43.0CF% 47.5

   The Tampa Bay Lightning climbed 1 spot to No. 6. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-8. A 43.0% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 8-5-2 (18 pts).

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   Los Angeles Kings

   (7-5-4)

   Elo: 1529+3 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 48.7CF% 51.4

   The Los Angeles Kings climbed 2 spots to No. 7. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 8-7. Season record: 7-5-4 (18 pts).

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   Washington Capitals

   (7-7-1)

   Elo: 1525-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 57.9CF% 56.5

   The Washington Capitals slipped 2 spots to No. 8. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-9. Their 57.9% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 56.5% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 7-7-1 (15 pts).

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   Toronto Maple Leafs

   (8-7-1)

   Elo: 1524-4 this week7-day: 2-2-0xGF% 43.8CF% 39.1

   The Toronto Maple Leafs slipped 1 spot to No. 9. They posted a 2-2-0 record this week. A 43.8% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 39.1% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 8-7-1 (17 pts).

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    Florida Panthers

    (7-7-1)

    Elo: 1514-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 51.9CF% 54.1

    The Florida Panthers climbed 1 spot to No. 10. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-9. Season record: 7-7-1 (15 pts).

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    Edmonton Oilers

    (6-6-4)

    Elo: 1513-3 this week7-day: 0-2-1xGF% 43.7CF% 53.1

    The Edmonton Oilers slipped 1 spot to No. 11. They went winless at 0-2-1, being outscored 16-6 in 3 games. A 43.7% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. 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: 6-6-4 (16 pts).

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    New Jersey Devils

    (11-4-0)

    Elo: 1508+0 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 49.6CF% 45.3

    The New Jersey Devils hold steady at No. 12. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 6-4 across 2 games. Season record: 11-4-0 (22 pts).

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13. 13
    

    New York Rangers

    (7-7-2)

    Elo: 1503-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 57.0CF% 47.8

    The New York Rangers climbed 1 spot to No. 13. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-4. Their 57.0% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. 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: 7-7-2 (16 pts).

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    Ottawa Senators

    (8-5-3)

    Elo: 1502+3 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 46.3CF% 44.1

    The Ottawa Senators climbed 2 spots to No. 14. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 9-7. Their 46.3% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 8-5-3 (19 pts).

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    Montreal Canadiens

    (10-3-2)

    Elo: 1499+2 this week7-day: 1-0-2xGF% 45.4CF% 46.0

    The Montreal Canadiens climbed 2 spots to No. 15. They posted a 1-0-2 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-11. A 45.4% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 10-3-2 (22 pts).

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    Utah Mammoth

    (9-7-0)

    Elo: 1499-7 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 52.4CF% 56.5

    The Utah Mammoth tumbled 3 spots to No. 16 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 16-9. A 52.4% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Despite the underlying metrics, their actual goal share lagged behind expectations — a sign of bad puck luck or poor finishing that could correct itself. They dominated shot attempts with 56.5% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 9-7-0 (18 pts).

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    St. Louis Blues

    (5-8-3)

    Elo: 14980 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 43.5CF% 39.6

    The St. Louis Blues surged 3 spots to No. 17, up from No. 20 last week. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-10. A 43.5% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 39.6% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 5-8-3 (13 pts).

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    Minnesota Wild

    (7-7-3)

    Elo: 1495+4 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 46.6CF% 42.8

    The Minnesota Wild surged 4 spots to No. 18, up from No. 22 last week. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-8. Their 46.6% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. A 42.8% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 7-7-3 (17 pts).

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    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (9-5-3)

    Elo: 14950 this week7-day: 1-2-1xGF% 52.7CF% 55.4

    The Pittsburgh Penguins slipped 1 spot to No. 19. They posted a 1-2-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-11. A 52.7% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 9-5-3 (21 pts).

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    Vancouver Canucks

    (8-8-1)

    Elo: 1495-1 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 48.8CF% 47.0

    The Vancouver Canucks slipped 1 spot to No. 20. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 17-15. Season record: 8-8-1 (17 pts).

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    New York Islanders

    (7-6-2)

    Elo: 1493-1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 46.8CF% 48.1

    The New York Islanders hold steady at No. 21. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-9. Their 46.8% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 7-6-2 (16 pts).

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    Detroit Red Wings

    (9-7-0)

    Elo: 1490-9 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 40.6CF% 56.2

    It was a rough week for the Detroit Red Wings, who plummeted 7 spots from No. 15 to No. 22. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 10-2 in 3 games. Their 40.6% 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. Despite the underlying metrics, their actual goal share lagged behind expectations — a sign of bad puck luck or poor finishing that could correct itself. They dominated shot attempts with 56.2% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 9-7-0 (18 pts).

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    Boston Bruins

    (10-7-0)

    Elo: 1486+5 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 56.7CF% 52.4

    The Boston Bruins surged 3 spots to No. 23, up from No. 26 last week. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 12-8 across 3 games. Their 56.7% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 10-7-0 (20 pts).

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    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (7-7-0)

    Elo: 1482-5 this week7-day: 0-2-0xGF% 54.1CF% 58.2

    The Columbus Blue Jackets slipped 1 spot to No. 24. They went winless at 0-2-0, being outscored 9-4 in 2 games. Their 54.1% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Despite the underlying metrics, their actual goal share lagged behind expectations — a sign of bad puck luck or poor finishing that could correct itself. They dominated shot attempts with 58.2% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 7-7-0 (14 pts).

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    Calgary Flames

    (4-11-2)

    Elo: 1481-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 55.4CF% 53.0

    The Calgary Flames hold steady at No. 25. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 7-5. Their 55.4% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 4-11-2 (10 pts).

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    Anaheim Ducks

    (11-3-1)

    Elo: 1481+11 this week7-day: 4-0-0xGF% 52.9CF% 52.4

    The Anaheim Ducks climbed 2 spots to No. 26. They had a perfect 4-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 22-12 across 4 games. Their Elo climbed +11 to 1481. A 52.9% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 11-3-1 (23 pts).

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    Buffalo Sabres

    (5-6-4)

    Elo: 1480-6 this week7-day: 0-2-1xGF% 47.6CF% 45.4

    The Buffalo Sabres tumbled 3 spots to No. 27 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-2-1, being outscored 11-4 in 3 games. Their 47.6% 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: 5-6-4 (14 pts).

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    Seattle Kraken

    (7-4-4)

    Elo: 1476-5 this week7-day: 2-2-0xGF% 43.3CF% 52.7

    The Seattle Kraken slipped 1 spot to No. 28. They posted a 2-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-9. A 43.3% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 7-4-4 (18 pts).

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    Philadelphia Flyers

    (8-5-2)

    Elo: 1468+4 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 49.3CF% 52.7

    The Philadelphia Flyers climbed 1 spot to No. 29. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-8. Season record: 8-5-2 (18 pts).

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    Nashville Predators

    (5-8-4)

    Elo: 1463-6 this week7-day: 0-2-2xGF% 56.2CF% 56.9

    The Nashville Predators slipped 1 spot to No. 30. They went winless at 0-2-2, being outscored 16-11 in 4 games. Their 56.2% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Despite the underlying metrics, their actual goal share lagged behind expectations — a sign of bad puck luck or poor finishing that could correct itself. They dominated shot attempts with 56.9% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 5-8-4 (14 pts).

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    Chicago Blackhawks

    (8-5-3)

    Elo: 1448+11 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 41.9CF% 44.6

    The Chicago Blackhawks hold at No. 31, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 15-6. Their Elo climbed +11 to 1448. Their 41.9% 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. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 8-5-3 (19 pts).

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    San Jose Sharks

    (7-6-3)

    Elo: 1415+12 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 51.4CF% 46.1

    The San Jose Sharks hold at No. 32, unable to gain ground in the standings. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 11-3 across 3 games. Their Elo climbed +11 to 1415. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 7-6-3 (17 pts).

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