NHL Power Rankings — Week 11 (Dec 22 – Dec 28, 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

   (26-2-7)

   Elo: 1580+8 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 50.9CF% 55.3

   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 13-6 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: 26-2-7 (59 pts).

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2. 2
   

   Dallas Stars

   (25-7-5)

   Elo: 1565+7 this week7-day: 4-0-0xGF% 46.7CF% 45.7

   The Dallas Stars remain firmly entrenched at No. 2, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They had a perfect 4-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 22-8 across 4 games. Their 46.7% 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: 25-7-5 (55 pts).

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3. 3
   

   Washington Capitals

   (19-12-5)

   Elo: 1539-4 this week7-day: 1-2-1xGF% 58.1CF% 57.4

   The Washington Capitals climbed 1 spot to No. 3. They posted a 1-2-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 13-8. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 58.1% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. 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 57.4% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 19-12-5 (43 pts).

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4. 4
   

   Vegas Golden Knights

   (16-8-10)

   Elo: 1538-7 this week7-day: 0-2-1xGF% 51.5CF% 51.5

   The Vegas Golden Knights slipped 1 spot to No. 4. They went winless at 0-2-1, being outscored 12-7 in 3 games. Season record: 16-8-10 (42 pts).

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5. 5
   

   Carolina Hurricanes

   (22-10-3)

   Elo: 15360 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 38.6CF% 48.0

   The Carolina Hurricanes hold steady at No. 5. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week. Their 38.6% 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: 22-10-3 (47 pts).

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6. 6
   

   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (19-13-3)

   Elo: 1532-1 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 64.3CF% 65.7

   The Tampa Bay Lightning hold steady at No. 6. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 11-9. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 64.3% 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 65.7% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 19-13-3 (41 pts).

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7. 7
   

   Los Angeles Kings

   (15-10-9)

   Elo: 1527+1 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 48.7CF% 45.5

   The Los Angeles Kings climbed 1 spot to No. 7. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 8-5. Season record: 15-10-9 (39 pts).

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8. 8
   

   Winnipeg Jets

   (15-17-3)

   Elo: 1525-6 this week7-day: 0-2-2xGF% 45.8CF% 53.5

   The Winnipeg Jets slipped 1 spot to No. 8. They went winless at 0-2-2, being outscored 11-7 in 4 games. A 45.8% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 15-17-3 (33 pts).

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9. 9
   

   Florida Panthers

   (19-14-2)

   Elo: 15200 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 47.6CF% 44.6

   The Florida Panthers climbed 1 spot to No. 9. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 14-13. Their 47.6% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 19-14-2 (40 pts).

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10. 10
    

    Edmonton Oilers

    (18-13-6)

    Elo: 1520+6 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 46.7CF% 47.7

    The Edmonton Oilers climbed 1 spot to No. 10. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 15-13. Their 46.7% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 18-13-6 (42 pts).

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11. 11
    

    Minnesota Wild

    (22-10-5)

    Elo: 1519+6 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 53.1CF% 45.0

    The Minnesota Wild climbed 1 spot to No. 11. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 16-9. A 53.1% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 22-10-5 (49 pts).

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12. 12
    

    Toronto Maple Leafs

    (15-15-5)

    Elo: 1513-6 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 49.5CF% 46.9

    The Toronto Maple Leafs tumbled 3 spots to No. 12 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 16-7. 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: 15-15-5 (35 pts).

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13. 13
    

    Ottawa Senators

    (18-13-4)

    Elo: 1503+8 this week7-day: 4-0-0xGF% 56.2CF% 51.8

    The Ottawa Senators surged 5 spots to No. 13, up from No. 18 last week. They had a perfect 4-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 19-8 across 4 games. Their 56.2% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 18-13-4 (40 pts).

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14. 14
    

    Detroit Red Wings

    (21-13-3)

    Elo: 1501+3 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 47.3CF% 48.2

    The Detroit Red Wings climbed 2 spots to No. 14. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-10. Their 47.3% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 21-13-3 (45 pts).

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15. 15
    

    St. Louis Blues

    (14-15-8)

    Elo: 1500+6 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 50.8CF% 49.8

    The St. Louis Blues hold steady at No. 15. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-9. Season record: 14-15-8 (36 pts).

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16. 16
    

    New York Rangers

    (18-16-4)

    Elo: 1495-6 this week7-day: 2-3-0xGF% 52.2CF% 52.2

    The New York Rangers tumbled 3 spots to No. 16 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 2-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-9. A 52.2% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 18-16-4 (40 pts).

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17. 17
    

    New York Islanders

    (19-13-4)

    Elo: 1494-6 this week7-day: 0-2-1xGF% 41.4CF% 49.1

    The New York Islanders tumbled 3 spots to No. 17 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-2-1, being outscored 10-5 in 3 games. Their 41.4% 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: 19-13-4 (42 pts).

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18. 18
    

    Montreal Canadiens

    (19-12-5)

    Elo: 1494+1 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 47.6CF% 49.0

    The Montreal Canadiens climbed 1 spot to No. 18. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-9. Their 47.6% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 19-12-5 (43 pts).

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19. 19
    

    Calgary Flames

    (15-17-4)

    Elo: 1492+2 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 43.0CF% 51.6

    The Calgary Flames surged 4 spots to No. 19, up from No. 23 last week. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-11. 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: 15-17-4 (34 pts).

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20. 20
    

    New Jersey Devils

    (20-15-1)

    Elo: 1491+1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 47.0CF% 49.1

    The New Jersey Devils climbed 1 spot to No. 20. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week. Their 47.0% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 20-15-1 (41 pts).

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21. 21
    

    Utah Mammoth

    (18-17-3)

    Elo: 1490-2 this week7-day: 2-2-0xGF% 60.5CF% 53.9

    The Utah Mammoth slipped 1 spot to No. 21. They posted a 2-2-0 record this week. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 60.5% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. Season record: 18-17-3 (39 pts).

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22. 22
    

    Vancouver Canucks

    (15-17-3)

    Elo: 1489+8 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 45.9CF% 44.7

    The Vancouver Canucks climbed 2 spots to No. 22. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 12-5 across 3 games. A 45.9% 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: 15-17-3 (33 pts).

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23. 23
    

    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (15-11-9)

    Elo: 1486-8 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 56.8CF% 55.6

    It was a rough week for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who plummeted 6 spots from No. 17 to No. 23. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 17-8. Their 56.8% 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: 15-11-9 (39 pts).

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24. 24
    

    Buffalo Sabres

    (17-14-4)

    Elo: 1486+6 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 44.5CF% 44.4

    The Buffalo Sabres climbed 1 spot to No. 24. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 11-6 across 3 games. A 44.5% 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. Season record: 17-14-4 (38 pts).

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25. 25
    

    Boston Bruins

    (20-16-1)

    Elo: 1486-4 this week7-day: 1-2-1xGF% 51.5CF% 53.0

    The Boston Bruins tumbled 3 spots to No. 25 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-2-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 15-11. Season record: 20-16-1 (41 pts).

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26. 26
    

    Philadelphia Flyers

    (17-10-7)

    Elo: 1475+1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 48.4CF% 45.5

    The Philadelphia Flyers hold steady at No. 26. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week. Season record: 17-10-7 (41 pts).

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27. 27
    

    Anaheim Ducks

    (21-13-2)

    Elo: 14720 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 53.3CF% 49.6

    The Anaheim Ducks climbed 1 spot to No. 27. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 16-14. A 53.3% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 21-13-2 (44 pts).

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28. 28
    

    Nashville Predators

    (15-16-4)

    Elo: 1468+4 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 52.0CF% 53.3

    The Nashville Predators climbed 2 spots to No. 28. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-10. Season record: 15-16-4 (34 pts).

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29. 29
    

    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (14-15-6)

    Elo: 1468-5 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 46.9CF% 51.4

    The Columbus Blue Jackets slipped 2 spots to No. 29. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-9. Their 46.9% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 14-15-6 (34 pts).

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30. 30
    

    Seattle Kraken

    (13-14-6)

    Elo: 1461-2 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 50.9CF% 43.2

    The Seattle Kraken slipped 1 spot to No. 30. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 11-9. A 43.2% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 13-14-6 (32 pts).

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31. 31
    

    Chicago Blackhawks

    (13-16-6)

    Elo: 1437-7 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 37.0CF% 41.1

    The Chicago Blackhawks hold at No. 31, unable to gain ground in the standings. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 13-7 in 3 games. Their 37.0% 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 41.1% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 13-16-6 (32 pts).

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32. 32
    

    San Jose Sharks

    (17-16-3)

    Elo: 1416-2 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 57.6CF% 53.1

    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 12-11. Their 57.6% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 17-16-3 (37 pts).

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