NHL Power Rankings — Week 13 (Jan 5 – Jan 11, 2026)

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

   (31-3-7)

   Elo: 1586+2 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 57.5CF% 58.2

   The Colorado Avalanche remain firmly entrenched at No. 1, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 17-8. Their 57.5% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 58.2% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 31-3-7 (69 pts).

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2. 2
   

   Dallas Stars

   (25-9-8)

   Elo: 1554-9 this week7-day: 0-2-1xGF% 56.3CF% 50.4

   The Dallas Stars remain firmly entrenched at No. 2, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They went winless at 0-2-1, being outscored 12-7 in 3 games. Their 56.3% 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: 25-9-8 (58 pts).

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3. 3
   

   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (25-13-3)

   Elo: 1543+6 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 59.3CF% 54.5

   The Tampa Bay Lightning climbed 1 spot to No. 3. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 16-9 across 3 games. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 59.3% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. Season record: 25-13-3 (53 pts).

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4. 4
   

   Washington Capitals

   (21-15-6)

   Elo: 1531-2 this week7-day: 1-2-1xGF% 44.5CF% 44.2

   The Washington Capitals climbed 1 spot to No. 4. They posted a 1-2-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 15-14. A 44.5% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 21-15-6 (48 pts).

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5. 5
   

   Vegas Golden Knights

   (17-11-12)

   Elo: 1529-8 this week7-day: 0-3-1xGF% 53.0CF% 48.8

   The Vegas Golden Knights slipped 2 spots to No. 5. They went winless at 0-3-1, being outscored 16-9 in 4 games. A 53.0% 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: 17-11-12 (46 pts).

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6. 6
   

   Carolina Hurricanes

   (25-14-3)

   Elo: 1528-6 this week7-day: 2-3-0xGF% 53.4CF% 55.3

   The Carolina Hurricanes hold steady at No. 6. They posted a 2-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 20-15. A 53.4% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 25-14-3 (53 pts).

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7. 7
   

   Minnesota Wild

   (25-10-8)

   Elo: 1524+2 this week7-day: 2-0-2xGF% 50.2CF% 50.8

   The Minnesota Wild surged 4 spots to No. 7, up from No. 11 last week. They posted a 2-0-2 record this week, outscoring opponents 17-13. Season record: 25-10-8 (58 pts).

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8. 8
   

   Toronto Maple Leafs

   (19-15-7)

   Elo: 1522+5 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 43.4CF% 47.2

   The Toronto Maple Leafs surged 4 spots to No. 8, up from No. 12 last week. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-9. A 43.4% 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: 19-15-7 (45 pts).

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9. 9
   

   Florida Panthers

   (22-16-3)

   Elo: 1522-1 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 52.6CF% 55.0

   The Florida Panthers hold steady at No. 9. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-10. A 52.6% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 22-16-3 (47 pts).

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10. 10
    

    Los Angeles Kings

    (17-14-9)

    Elo: 1517-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 48.0CF% 50.0

    The Los Angeles Kings slipped 2 spots to No. 10. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-10. Their 48.0% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 17-14-9 (43 pts).

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11. 11
    

    Edmonton Oilers

    (20-16-6)

    Elo: 1516-7 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 51.3CF% 44.3

    The Edmonton Oilers slipped 1 spot to No. 11. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-7. Season record: 20-16-6 (46 pts).

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12. 12
    

    Winnipeg Jets

    (15-21-4)

    Elo: 1512-8 this week7-day: 0-4-0xGF% 56.5CF% 57.1

    The Winnipeg Jets tumbled 5 spots to No. 12 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-4-0, being outscored 15-9 in 4 games. Their 56.5% 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 57.1% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 15-21-4 (34 pts).

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13. 13
    

    Ottawa Senators

    (20-15-5)

    Elo: 1502+6 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 49.6CF% 51.7

    The Ottawa Senators climbed 2 spots to No. 13. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week. Season record: 20-15-5 (45 pts).

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14. 14
    

    St. Louis Blues

    (17-18-8)

    Elo: 1501+4 this week7-day: 2-2-0xGF% 40.0CF% 37.8

    The St. Louis Blues slipped 1 spot to No. 14. They posted a 2-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 13-9. Their 40.0% 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 37.8% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 17-18-8 (42 pts).

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15. 15
    

    Montreal Canadiens

    (23-13-6)

    Elo: 1500+3 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 48.8CF% 51.1

    The Montreal Canadiens climbed 1 spot to No. 15. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 14-12. Season record: 23-13-6 (52 pts).

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16. 16
    

    Detroit Red Wings

    (24-15-4)

    Elo: 1499-1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 43.2CF% 42.8

    The Detroit Red Wings slipped 2 spots to No. 16. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-6. A 43.2% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 42.8% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 24-15-4 (52 pts).

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17. 17
    

    New York Rangers

    (20-18-5)

    Elo: 1497+1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 42.2CF% 40.4

    The New York Rangers climbed 1 spot to No. 17. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week. A 42.2% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 40.4% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 20-18-5 (45 pts).

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18. 18
    

    New York Islanders

    (23-15-4)

    Elo: 1494-3 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 53.4CF% 50.2

    The New York Islanders slipped 1 spot to No. 18. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-9. A 53.4% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 23-15-4 (50 pts).

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19. 19
    

    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (20-12-9)

    Elo: 1494+7 this week7-day: 4-0-0xGF% 56.4CF% 56.0

    The Pittsburgh Penguins surged 4 spots to No. 19, up from No. 23 last week. They had a perfect 4-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 18-9 across 4 games. Their 56.4% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 20-12-9 (49 pts).

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20. 20
    

    Buffalo Sabres

    (21-15-4)

    Elo: 1494+1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 55.6CF% 55.6

    The Buffalo Sabres hold steady at No. 20. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 9-8. Their 55.6% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 21-15-4 (46 pts).

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21. 21
    

    Calgary Flames

    (18-19-4)

    Elo: 1491-1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 45.1CF% 48.1

    The Calgary Flames slipped 2 spots to No. 21. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-6. A 45.1% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 18-19-4 (40 pts).

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22. 22
    

    New Jersey Devils

    (22-18-2)

    Elo: 1488+1 this week7-day: 2-2-0xGF% 41.2CF% 47.5

    The New Jersey Devils slipped 1 spot to No. 22. They posted a 2-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-8. Their 41.2% 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: 22-18-2 (46 pts).

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23. 23
    

    Utah Mammoth

    (19-20-3)

    Elo: 1485+1 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 62.5CF% 56.4

    The Utah Mammoth slipped 1 spot to No. 23. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-10. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 62.5% 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 56.4% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 19-20-3 (41 pts).

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24. 24
    

    Boston Bruins

    (22-18-2)

    Elo: 1484+4 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 36.3CF% 48.2

    The Boston Bruins climbed 1 spot to No. 24. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-6. Their 36.3% 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. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 22-18-2 (46 pts).

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25. 25
    

    Philadelphia Flyers

    (21-12-7)

    Elo: 1482+4 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 54.1CF% 50.7

    The Philadelphia Flyers climbed 1 spot to No. 25. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-10. Their 54.1% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 21-12-7 (49 pts).

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26. 26
    

    Vancouver Canucks

    (16-20-5)

    Elo: 1478-4 this week7-day: 1-1-2xGF% 55.5CF% 55.9

    The Vancouver Canucks slipped 2 spots to No. 26. They posted a 1-1-2 record this week, being outscored by opponents 15-11. Their 55.5% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 16-20-5 (37 pts).

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27. 27
    

    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (18-16-7)

    Elo: 1477-1 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 53.7CF% 46.1

    The Columbus Blue Jackets hold steady at No. 27. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 15-10. A 53.7% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 18-16-7 (43 pts).

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28. 28
    

    Nashville Predators

    (19-18-4)

    Elo: 1475+5 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 51.1CF% 49.5

    The Nashville Predators climbed 1 spot to No. 28. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-12. Season record: 19-18-4 (42 pts).

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29. 29
    

    Seattle Kraken

    (18-14-7)

    Elo: 1474+3 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 41.8CF% 42.7

    The Seattle Kraken slipped 1 spot to No. 29. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-7. 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. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. A 42.7% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 18-14-7 (43 pts).

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30. 30
    

    Anaheim Ducks

    (21-17-3)

    Elo: 1459-3 this week7-day: 0-2-1xGF% 56.0CF% 55.1

    The Anaheim Ducks hold at No. 30, unable to gain ground in the standings. They went winless at 0-2-1, being outscored 14-9 in 3 games. Their 56.0% 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: 21-17-3 (45 pts).

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31. 31
    

    Chicago Blackhawks

    (17-18-7)

    Elo: 1438+5 this week7-day: 3-0-1xGF% 45.9CF% 52.5

    The Chicago Blackhawks hold at No. 31, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 3-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 12-10. A 45.9% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 17-18-7 (41 pts).

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32. 32
    

    San Jose Sharks

    (20-18-3)

    Elo: 1421-1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 35.6CF% 39.2

    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 14-12. Their 35.6% 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 39.2% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 20-18-3 (43 pts).

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