NHL Power Rankings — Week 10 (Dec 15 – Dec 21, 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

   (23-2-7)

   Elo: 1572+3 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 55.0CF% 58.1

   The Colorado Avalanche remain firmly entrenched at No. 1, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-8. Their 55.0% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 58.1% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 23-2-7 (53 pts).

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2. 2
   

   Dallas Stars

   (21-7-5)

   Elo: 1555-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 45.1CF% 44.0

   The Dallas Stars remain firmly entrenched at No. 2, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-6. A 45.1% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 44.0% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 21-7-5 (47 pts).

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3. 3
   

   Vegas Golden Knights

   (16-6-9)

   Elo: 1545+3 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 47.4CF% 50.2

   The Vegas Golden Knights climbed 1 spot to No. 3. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-9. Their 47.4% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 16-6-9 (41 pts).

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4. 4
   

   Washington Capitals

   (18-10-4)

   Elo: 1544-3 this week7-day: 0-1-1xGF% 41.8CF% 38.5

   The Washington Capitals slipped 1 spot to No. 4. They went winless at 0-1-1, being outscored 8-3 in 2 games. 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 38.5% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 18-10-4 (40 pts).

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5. 5
   

   Carolina Hurricanes

   (21-9-2)

   Elo: 1536+3 this week7-day: 4-0-0xGF% 57.6CF% 64.4

   The Carolina Hurricanes climbed 1 spot to No. 5. They had a perfect 4-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 14-8 across 4 games. Their 57.6% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 64.4% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 21-9-2 (44 pts).

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6. 6
   

   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (18-11-3)

   Elo: 1536+6 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 56.7CF% 55.8

   The Tampa Bay Lightning climbed 1 spot to No. 6. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 16-10. Their 56.7% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 18-11-3 (39 pts).

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7. 7
   

   Winnipeg Jets

   (15-15-1)

   Elo: 1531-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 57.6CF% 57.0

   The Winnipeg Jets slipped 2 spots to No. 7. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week. Their 57.6% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 57.0% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 15-15-1 (31 pts).

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8. 8
   

   Los Angeles Kings

   (14-8-9)

   Elo: 1529-1 this week7-day: 1-0-2xGF% 50.6CF% 49.8

   The Los Angeles Kings hold steady at No. 8. They posted a 1-0-2 record this week. Season record: 14-8-9 (37 pts).

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9. 9
   

   Toronto Maple Leafs

   (14-12-5)

   Elo: 1519-4 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 44.1CF% 45.0

   The Toronto Maple Leafs hold steady at No. 9. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-7. A 44.1% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 14-12-5 (33 pts).

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10. 10
    

    Florida Panthers

    (16-13-2)

    Elo: 1517+5 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 43.3CF% 49.5

    The Florida Panthers hold steady at No. 10. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-9. 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: 16-13-2 (34 pts).

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11. 11
    

    Edmonton Oilers

    (15-12-6)

    Elo: 1514+2 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 53.2CF% 50.6

    The Edmonton Oilers hold steady at No. 11. 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: 15-12-6 (36 pts).

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12. 12
    

    Minnesota Wild

    (19-9-5)

    Elo: 1514+8 this week7-day: 4-0-0xGF% 52.5CF% 46.1

    The Minnesota Wild climbed 1 spot to No. 12. They had a perfect 4-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 18-7 across 4 games. A 52.5% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 19-9-5 (43 pts).

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13. 13
    

    New York Rangers

    (16-13-4)

    Elo: 1505-3 this week7-day: 1-1-0xGF% 58.3CF% 51.5

    The New York Rangers slipped 1 spot to No. 13. They posted a 1-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 7-5. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 58.3% 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: 16-13-4 (36 pts).

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14. 14
    

    New York Islanders

    (19-11-3)

    Elo: 1501+3 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 44.7CF% 43.1

    The New York Islanders climbed 2 spots to No. 14. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 13-8 across 3 games. A 44.7% 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 43.1% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 19-11-3 (41 pts).

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15. 15
    

    St. Louis Blues

    (12-14-7)

    Elo: 1498-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 39.4CF% 45.2

    The St. Louis Blues slipped 1 spot to No. 15. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-7. Their 39.4% 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: 12-14-7 (31 pts).

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16. 16
    

    Detroit Red Wings

    (18-12-3)

    Elo: 1498+4 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 49.2CF% 41.7

    The Detroit Red Wings surged 3 spots to No. 16, up from No. 19 last week. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-7. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. A 41.7% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 18-12-3 (39 pts).

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17. 17
    

    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (14-8-9)

    Elo: 1494-6 this week7-day: 0-1-3xGF% 50.5CF% 47.9

    The Pittsburgh Penguins slipped 2 spots to No. 17. They went winless at 0-1-3, being outscored 19-14 in 4 games. Season record: 14-8-9 (37 pts).

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    Ottawa Senators

    (14-13-4)

    Elo: 1494-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 58.9CF% 57.6

    The Ottawa Senators slipped 1 spot to No. 18. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-10. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 58.9% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. They dominated shot attempts with 57.6% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 14-13-4 (32 pts).

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19. 19
    

    Montreal Canadiens

    (17-11-4)

    Elo: 1493+3 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 47.2CF% 48.0

    The Montreal Canadiens climbed 2 spots to No. 19. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-13. Their 47.2% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 17-11-4 (38 pts).

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20. 20
    

    Utah Mammoth

    (16-15-3)

    Elo: 14920 this week7-day: 2-2-0xGF% 51.3CF% 53.3

    The Utah Mammoth slipped 2 spots to No. 20. They posted a 2-2-0 record this week. Season record: 16-15-3 (35 pts).

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21. 21
    

    New Jersey Devils

    (18-14-1)

    Elo: 14900 this week7-day: 2-2-0xGF% 51.5CF% 48.8

    The New Jersey Devils slipped 1 spot to No. 21. They posted a 2-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-13. Season record: 18-14-1 (37 pts).

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22. 22
    

    Boston Bruins

    (19-14-0)

    Elo: 1490+5 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 54.9CF% 51.9

    The Boston Bruins climbed 1 spot to No. 22. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-11. Their 54.9% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 19-14-0 (38 pts).

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23. 23
    

    Calgary Flames

    (13-16-4)

    Elo: 1489-2 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 50.3CF% 53.3

    The Calgary Flames slipped 1 spot to No. 23. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-9. Season record: 13-16-4 (30 pts).

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24. 24
    

    Vancouver Canucks

    (12-17-3)

    Elo: 1481+0 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 58.3CF% 59.5

    The Vancouver Canucks hold steady at No. 24. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 8-4. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 58.3% 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 59.5% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 12-17-3 (27 pts).

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25. 25
    

    Buffalo Sabres

    (14-14-4)

    Elo: 1479+7 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 43.3CF% 45.2

    The Buffalo Sabres climbed 1 spot to No. 25. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 14-13. 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: 14-14-4 (32 pts).

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26. 26
    

    Philadelphia Flyers

    (16-9-6)

    Elo: 1474+2 this week7-day: 1-0-3xGF% 51.2CF% 43.8

    The Philadelphia Flyers climbed 1 spot to No. 26. They posted a 1-0-3 record this week. A 43.8% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 16-9-6 (38 pts).

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27. 27
    

    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (13-13-6)

    Elo: 1474-8 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 44.6CF% 48.7

    The Columbus Blue Jackets slipped 2 spots to No. 27. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 13-6 in 3 games. A 44.6% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 13-13-6 (32 pts).

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28. 28
    

    Anaheim Ducks

    (19-12-1)

    Elo: 1468-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 40.2CF% 49.2

    The Anaheim Ducks hold at No. 28, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-7. Their 40.2% 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: 19-12-1 (39 pts).

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29. 29
    

    Seattle Kraken

    (12-12-6)

    Elo: 1463-5 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 47.3CF% 51.4

    The Seattle Kraken hold at No. 29, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-8. Their 47.3% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 12-12-6 (30 pts).

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30. 30
    

    Nashville Predators

    (12-15-4)

    Elo: 1461+2 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 55.6CF% 46.1

    The Nashville Predators hold at No. 30, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-9. Their 55.6% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 12-15-4 (28 pts).

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31. 31
    

    Chicago Blackhawks

    (13-13-6)

    Elo: 1443-2 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 45.6CF% 55.5

    The Chicago Blackhawks hold at No. 31, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 7-5. A 45.6% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 13-13-6 (32 pts).

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32. 32
    

    San Jose Sharks

    (16-14-3)

    Elo: 14180 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 50.2CF% 46.0

    The San Jose Sharks hold at No. 32, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 11-10. Season record: 16-14-3 (35 pts).

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