NHL Power Rankings — Week 7 (Nov 24 – Nov 30, 2025)

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

1. 1
   

   Colorado Avalanche

   (16-1-5)

   Elo: 1564+7 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 57.4CF% 51.0

   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 10-3 across 3 games. Their 57.4% 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: 16-1-5 (37 pts).

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2. 2
   

   Vegas Golden Knights

   (10-4-7)

   Elo: 1546+5 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 51.3CF% 45.1

   The Vegas Golden Knights climbed 2 spots to No. 2. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-7. Season record: 10-4-7 (27 pts).

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3. 3
   

   Dallas Stars

   (13-5-4)

   Elo: 1545-1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 49.1CF% 48.0

   The Dallas Stars remain firmly entrenched at No. 3, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week. Season record: 13-5-4 (30 pts).

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4. 4
   

   Winnipeg Jets

   (12-9-0)

   Elo: 1542-5 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 62.3CF% 53.0

   The Winnipeg Jets slipped 2 spots to No. 4. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-8. 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: 12-9-0 (24 pts).

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5. 5
   

   Carolina Hurricanes

   (14-6-2)

   Elo: 15400 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 58.4CF% 63.6

   The Carolina Hurricanes hold steady at No. 5. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-11. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 58.4% 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 63.6% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 14-6-2 (30 pts).

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6. 6
   

   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (12-7-2)

   Elo: 1533+6 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 43.6CF% 43.6

   The Tampa Bay Lightning climbed 1 spot to No. 6. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 12-5 across 3 games. A 43.6% 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. A 43.6% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 12-7-2 (26 pts).

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7. 7
   

   Los Angeles Kings

   (10-6-6)

   Elo: 1531-2 this week7-day: 0-1-2xGF% 49.4CF% 54.3

   The Los Angeles Kings slipped 1 spot to No. 7. They went winless at 0-1-2, being outscored 8-5 in 3 games. Season record: 10-6-6 (26 pts).

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8. 8
   

   Washington Capitals

   (11-9-2)

   Elo: 1530+2 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 54.7CF% 52.1

   The Washington Capitals hold steady at No. 8. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 20-14. Their 54.7% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 11-9-2 (24 pts).

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9. 9
   

   Florida Panthers

   (11-9-1)

   Elo: 1519-1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 59.1CF% 56.9

   The Florida Panthers hold steady at No. 9. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-11. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 59.1% 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 56.9% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 11-9-1 (23 pts).

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10. 10
    

    Toronto Maple Leafs

    (9-10-3)

    Elo: 1514-4 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 51.1CF% 50.5

    The Toronto Maple Leafs hold steady at No. 10. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-7. Season record: 9-10-3 (21 pts).

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11. 11
    

    Edmonton Oilers

    (10-9-5)

    Elo: 1509+1 this week7-day: 1-2-1xGF% 46.2CF% 51.9

    The Edmonton Oilers hold steady at No. 11. They posted a 1-2-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 17-12. Their 46.2% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 10-9-5 (25 pts).

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12. 12
    

    Ottawa Senators

    (11-6-4)

    Elo: 1507+6 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 58.5CF% 56.8

    The Ottawa Senators surged 3 spots to No. 12, up from No. 15 last week. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 6-4 across 2 games. 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. They dominated shot attempts with 56.8% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 11-6-4 (26 pts).

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13. 13
    

    Minnesota Wild

    (12-7-4)

    Elo: 1505+7 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 42.5CF% 37.6

    The Minnesota Wild surged 3 spots to No. 13, up from No. 16 last week. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 12-3 across 3 games. A 42.5% 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. A 37.6% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 12-7-4 (28 pts).

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14. 14
    

    New Jersey Devils

    (13-7-1)

    Elo: 1500-8 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 50.2CF% 50.7

    The New Jersey Devils slipped 2 spots to No. 14. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 12-4 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: 13-7-1 (27 pts).

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15. 15
    

    Utah Mammoth

    (11-8-3)

    Elo: 1500-1 this week7-day: 1-1-2xGF% 55.0CF% 55.6

    The Utah Mammoth slipped 1 spot to No. 15. They posted a 1-1-2 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-8. Their 55.0% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 11-8-3 (25 pts).

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16. 16
    

    St. Louis Blues

    (7-9-6)

    Elo: 1500+3 this week7-day: 1-0-2xGF% 47.0CF% 49.8

    The St. Louis Blues climbed 2 spots to No. 16. They posted a 1-0-2 record this week, being outscored by opponents 7-6. Their 47.0% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 7-9-6 (20 pts).

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17. 17
    

    New York Rangers

    (10-11-2)

    Elo: 1498-7 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 38.9CF% 43.4

    The New York Rangers tumbled 4 spots to No. 17 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 12-7 in 3 games. Their 38.9% 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 43.4% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 10-11-2 (22 pts).

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18. 18
    

    New York Islanders

    (13-8-2)

    Elo: 1497+4 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 47.9CF% 49.1

    The New York Islanders surged 3 spots to No. 18, up from No. 21 last week. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-4. Their 47.9% 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: 13-8-2 (28 pts).

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19. 19
    

    Detroit Red Wings

    (13-8-1)

    Elo: 1495-1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 59.6CF% 56.1

    The Detroit Red Wings climbed 1 spot to No. 19. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-8. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 59.6% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. 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 56.1% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 13-8-1 (27 pts).

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20. 20
    

    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (10-6-5)

    Elo: 1493-4 this week7-day: 0-1-1xGF% 52.5CF% 53.2

    The Pittsburgh Penguins tumbled 3 spots to No. 20 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-1-1, being outscored 8-2 in 2 games. A 52.5% 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. Season record: 10-6-5 (25 pts).

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21. 21
    

    Montreal Canadiens

    (11-7-3)

    Elo: 14900 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 51.1CF% 48.4

    The Montreal Canadiens climbed 1 spot to No. 21. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-12. Season record: 11-7-3 (25 pts).

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22. 22
    

    Vancouver Canucks

    (9-12-2)

    Elo: 1487-6 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 43.4CF% 52.0

    The Vancouver Canucks tumbled 3 spots to No. 22 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 17-9 in 3 games. A 43.4% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 9-12-2 (20 pts).

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23. 23
    

    Calgary Flames

    (8-13-3)

    Elo: 1485+4 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 54.6CF% 50.7

    The Calgary Flames surged 3 spots to No. 23, up from No. 26 last week. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 16-11. Their 54.6% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 8-13-3 (19 pts).

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24. 24
    

    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (11-8-3)

    Elo: 1484-1 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 42.4CF% 46.9

    The Columbus Blue Jackets hold steady at No. 24. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-12. A 42.4% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 11-8-3 (25 pts).

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25. 25
    

    Seattle Kraken

    (11-5-6)

    Elo: 1482+1 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 41.6CF% 43.1

    The Seattle Kraken hold steady at No. 25. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-8. Their 41.6% 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. A 43.1% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 11-5-6 (28 pts).

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26. 26
    

    Boston Bruins

    (13-11-0)

    Elo: 1482-5 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 45.5CF% 48.6

    The Boston Bruins tumbled 3 spots to No. 26 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 11-7. 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: 13-11-0 (26 pts).

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27. 27
    

    Buffalo Sabres

    (9-9-4)

    Elo: 1481+2 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 53.4CF% 47.7

    The Buffalo Sabres hold steady at No. 27. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 20-11. A 53.4% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 9-9-4 (22 pts).

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28. 28
    

    Anaheim Ducks

    (14-7-1)

    Elo: 1474+0 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 46.0CF% 50.9

    The Anaheim Ducks hold at No. 28, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-11. Their 46.0% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 14-7-1 (29 pts).

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29. 29
    

    Philadelphia Flyers

    (11-6-3)

    Elo: 1469+3 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 49.1CF% 47.6

    The Philadelphia Flyers hold at No. 29, unable to gain ground in the standings. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 9-5 across 2 games. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 11-6-3 (25 pts).

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30. 30
    

    Nashville Predators

    (6-11-4)

    Elo: 1456-2 this week7-day: 0-1-0xGF% 55.1CF% 63.8

    The Nashville Predators hold at No. 30, unable to gain ground in the standings. They went winless at 0-1-0, being outscored 3-0 in 1 game. Their 55.1% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 63.8% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 6-11-4 (16 pts).

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31. 31
    

    Chicago Blackhawks

    (10-8-4)

    Elo: 1446-5 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 47.0CF% 49.0

    The Chicago Blackhawks hold at No. 31, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 15-10. Their 47.0% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 10-8-4 (24 pts).

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32. 32
    

    San Jose Sharks

    (11-9-3)

    Elo: 1414+2 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 44.3CF% 38.5

    The San Jose Sharks hold at No. 32, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-9. A 44.3% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 38.5% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 11-9-3 (25 pts).

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