NHL Power Rankings — Week 6 (Nov 17 – Nov 23, 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

   (13-1-5)

   Elo: 1557+6 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 56.7CF% 55.4

   The Colorado Avalanche 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 56.7% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 13-1-5 (31 pts).

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2. 2
   

   Winnipeg Jets

   (11-7-0)

   Elo: 15470 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 48.1CF% 51.6

   The Winnipeg Jets remain firmly entrenched at No. 2, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-11. Season record: 11-7-0 (22 pts).

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3. 3
   

   Dallas Stars

   (12-4-3)

   Elo: 1546+5 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 50.9CF% 49.4

   The Dallas Stars climbed 2 spots to No. 3. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 15-3 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: 12-4-3 (27 pts).

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4. 4
   

   Vegas Golden Knights

   (8-4-6)

   Elo: 1541+2 this week7-day: 1-1-2xGF% 57.8CF% 57.1

   The Vegas Golden Knights slipped 1 spot to No. 4. They posted a 1-1-2 record this week. Their 57.8% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 57.1% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 8-4-6 (22 pts).

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5. 5
   

   Carolina Hurricanes

   (12-5-1)

   Elo: 1537-4 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 66.3CF% 66.2

   The Carolina Hurricanes slipped 1 spot to No. 5. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 11-8. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 66.3% 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. They dominated shot attempts with 66.2% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 12-5-1 (25 pts).

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6. 6
   

   Los Angeles Kings

   (10-5-4)

   Elo: 1535+7 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 56.4CF% 54.6

   The Los Angeles Kings climbed 1 spot to No. 6. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 10-4 across 3 games. Their 56.4% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 10-5-4 (24 pts).

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7. 7
   

   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (9-7-2)

   Elo: 1527-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 65.9CF% 56.2

   The Tampa Bay Lightning slipped 1 spot to No. 7. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-8. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 65.9% 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. They dominated shot attempts with 56.2% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 9-7-2 (20 pts).

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8. 8
   

   Washington Capitals

   (8-8-2)

   Elo: 15250 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 53.6CF% 55.1

   The Washington Capitals hold steady at No. 8. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-9. A 53.6% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 8-8-2 (18 pts).

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9. 9
   

   Florida Panthers

   (9-8-1)

   Elo: 15170 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 40.7CF% 42.4

   The Florida Panthers climbed 1 spot to No. 9. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-8. Their 40.7% 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 42.4% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 9-8-1 (19 pts).

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10. 10
    

    Toronto Maple Leafs

    (8-9-2)

    Elo: 1517-7 this week7-day: 0-2-1xGF% 47.5CF% 44.3

    The Toronto Maple Leafs slipped 1 spot to No. 10. They went winless at 0-2-1, being outscored 12-8 in 3 games. Their 47.5% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 8-9-2 (18 pts).

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11. 11
    

    Edmonton Oilers

    (9-7-4)

    Elo: 1512-2 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 43.0CF% 47.6

    The Edmonton Oilers hold steady at No. 11. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 15-13. 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: 9-7-4 (22 pts).

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12. 12
    

    New Jersey Devils

    (13-4-1)

    Elo: 1508+1 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 55.4CF% 54.9

    The New Jersey Devils hold steady at No. 12. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 9-8. Their 55.4% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 13-4-1 (27 pts).

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13. 13
    

    New York Rangers

    (10-8-2)

    Elo: 1506+1 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 47.8CF% 49.3

    The New York Rangers hold steady at No. 13. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 16-9. Their 47.8% 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. Season record: 10-8-2 (22 pts).

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14. 14
    

    Utah Mammoth

    (10-7-1)

    Elo: 1501+2 this week7-day: 1-0-1xGF% 56.6CF% 57.4

    The Utah Mammoth climbed 2 spots to No. 14. They posted a 1-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 7-5. Their 56.6% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 57.4% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 10-7-1 (21 pts).

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15. 15
    

    Ottawa Senators

    (9-6-4)

    Elo: 1501-1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 57.2CF% 55.1

    The Ottawa Senators slipped 1 spot to No. 15. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week. Their 57.2% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 9-6-4 (22 pts).

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16. 16
    

    Minnesota Wild

    (9-7-4)

    Elo: 1497+2 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 57.8CF% 49.6

    The Minnesota Wild climbed 2 spots to No. 16. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 6-4. Their 57.8% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 9-7-4 (22 pts).

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17. 17
    

    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (10-5-4)

    Elo: 1497+2 this week7-day: 1-0-1xGF% 48.1CF% 44.6

    The Pittsburgh Penguins climbed 2 spots to No. 17. They posted a 1-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 5-2. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 10-5-4 (24 pts).

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18. 18
    

    St. Louis Blues

    (6-9-4)

    Elo: 1497-1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 46.0CF% 42.9

    The St. Louis Blues slipped 1 spot to No. 18. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-9. A 46.0% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 42.9% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 6-9-4 (16 pts).

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19. 19
    

    Vancouver Canucks

    (9-9-2)

    Elo: 1496+1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 31.8CF% 37.2

    The Vancouver Canucks climbed 1 spot to No. 19. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-11. Their 31.8% 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. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. A 37.2% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 9-9-2 (20 pts).

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20. 20
    

    Detroit Red Wings

    (11-7-1)

    Elo: 1495+5 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 47.2CF% 49.6

    The Detroit Red Wings climbed 2 spots to No. 20. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-9. Their 47.2% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 11-7-1 (23 pts).

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21. 21
    

    New York Islanders

    (10-7-2)

    Elo: 1493-1 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 42.9CF% 45.1

    The New York Islanders hold steady at No. 21. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week. A 42.9% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 10-7-2 (22 pts).

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22. 22
    

    Montreal Canadiens

    (10-6-2)

    Elo: 1490-9 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 49.2CF% 53.0

    It was a rough week for the Montreal Canadiens, who plummeted 7 spots from No. 15 to No. 22. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 15-3 in 3 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: 10-6-2 (22 pts).

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23. 23
    

    Boston Bruins

    (12-8-0)

    Elo: 1490+4 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 45.5CF% 48.3

    The Boston Bruins hold steady at No. 23. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-10. A 45.5% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 12-8-0 (24 pts).

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24. 24
    

    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (9-7-2)

    Elo: 1485+3 this week7-day: 2-0-2xGF% 57.5CF% 48.8

    The Columbus Blue Jackets hold steady at No. 24. They posted a 2-0-2 record this week. Their 57.5% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 9-7-2 (20 pts).

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25. 25
    

    Seattle Kraken

    (9-4-5)

    Elo: 1481+5 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 47.8CF% 45.1

    The Seattle Kraken surged 3 spots to No. 25, up from No. 28 last week. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-6. Their 47.8% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 9-4-5 (23 pts).

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26. 26
    

    Calgary Flames

    (5-12-3)

    Elo: 1481-1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 58.6CF% 57.3

    The Calgary Flames slipped 1 spot to No. 26. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 58.6% 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 57.3% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 5-12-3 (13 pts).

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27. 27
    

    Buffalo Sabres

    (6-8-4)

    Elo: 1476-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 45.5CF% 43.3

    The Buffalo Sabres hold steady at No. 27. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 15-10. A 45.5% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 43.3% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 6-8-4 (16 pts).

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28. 28
    

    Anaheim Ducks

    (11-6-1)

    Elo: 1473-7 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 47.5CF% 47.9

    The Anaheim Ducks slipped 2 spots to No. 28. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 12-4 in 3 games. Their 47.5% 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: 11-6-1 (23 pts).

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29. 29
    

    Philadelphia Flyers

    (9-6-3)

    Elo: 1466-2 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 43.7CF% 47.1

    The Philadelphia Flyers hold at No. 29, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-8. A 43.7% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 9-6-3 (21 pts).

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30. 30
    

    Nashville Predators

    (6-10-4)

    Elo: 1458-2 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 51.4CF% 56.0

    The Nashville Predators hold at No. 30, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 11-5. 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 56.0% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 6-10-4 (16 pts).

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31. 31
    

    Chicago Blackhawks

    (9-5-4)

    Elo: 1451+3 this week7-day: 1-0-1xGF% 39.3CF% 37.5

    The Chicago Blackhawks hold at No. 31, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-0-1 record this week. Their 39.3% 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. A 37.5% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 9-5-4 (22 pts).

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32. 32
    

    San Jose Sharks

    (8-8-3)

    Elo: 1412-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 39.3CF% 47.0

    The San Jose Sharks hold at No. 32, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 7-3. Their 39.3% 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. Season record: 8-8-3 (19 pts).

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