NHL Power Rankings — Week 17 (Feb 2 – Feb 8, 2026)

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

   (36-8-9)

   Elo: 1577-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 51.7CF% 53.5

   The Colorado Avalanche remain firmly entrenched at No. 1, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-10. Season record: 36-8-9 (81 pts).

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2. 2
   

   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (35-14-4)

   Elo: 1557+2 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 43.7CF% 47.7

   The Tampa Bay Lightning remain firmly entrenched at No. 2, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 12-6 across 3 games. A 43.7% 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. Season record: 35-14-4 (74 pts).

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3. 3
   

   Dallas Stars

   (32-14-9)

   Elo: 1554+6 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 57.4CF% 49.5

   The Dallas Stars remain firmly entrenched at No. 3, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 12-9 across 3 games. Their 57.4% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 32-14-9 (73 pts).

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4. 4
   

   Carolina Hurricanes

   (34-15-6)

   Elo: 1544+2 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 46.7CF% 53.7

   The Carolina Hurricanes hold steady at No. 4. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-10. Their 46.7% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 34-15-6 (74 pts).

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5. 5
   

   Vegas Golden Knights

   (25-16-14)

   Elo: 1524-8 this week7-day: 0-2-2xGF% 52.7CF% 52.2

   The Vegas Golden Knights hold steady at No. 5. They went winless at 0-2-2, being outscored 15-11 in 4 games. A 52.7% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 25-16-14 (64 pts).

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6. 6
   

   Minnesota Wild

   (32-14-10)

   Elo: 1521+6 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 46.9CF% 44.5

   The Minnesota Wild surged 4 spots to No. 6, up from No. 10 last week. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 15-7 across 3 games. Their 46.9% 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: 32-14-10 (74 pts).

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   Winnipeg Jets

   (22-25-7)

   Elo: 1518+4 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 49.8CF% 44.6

   The Winnipeg Jets surged 5 spots to No. 7, up from No. 12 last week. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 8-7. Season record: 22-25-7 (51 pts).

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8. 8
   

   Washington Capitals

   (27-22-7)

   Elo: 1517-2 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 58.1CF% 50.2

   The Washington Capitals slipped 1 spot to No. 8. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 11-9. 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. Season record: 27-22-7 (61 pts).

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9. 9
   

   Edmonton Oilers

   (28-20-8)

   Elo: 1516-4 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 48.8CF% 53.9

   The Edmonton Oilers slipped 1 spot to No. 9. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week. Season record: 28-20-8 (64 pts).

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10. 10
    

    Los Angeles Kings

    (23-17-14)

    Elo: 1515+1 this week7-day: 2-1-1xGF% 44.2CF% 49.5

    The Los Angeles Kings climbed 1 spot to No. 10. They posted a 2-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-9. A 44.2% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 23-17-14 (60 pts).

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11. 11
    

    Florida Panthers

    (28-23-3)

    Elo: 1514-10 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 50.3CF% 56.2

    The Florida Panthers tumbled 5 spots to No. 11 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 11-8 in 3 games. They dominated shot attempts with 56.2% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 28-23-3 (59 pts).

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12. 12
    

    Buffalo Sabres

    (31-18-5)

    Elo: 1513+3 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 55.3CF% 51.6

    The Buffalo Sabres climbed 2 spots to No. 12. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 13-9. Their 55.3% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 31-18-5 (67 pts).

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13. 13
    

    Toronto Maple Leafs

    (25-21-9)

    Elo: 1510-6 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 60.2CF% 58.2

    The Toronto Maple Leafs tumbled 4 spots to No. 13 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-9. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 60.2% 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 58.2% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 25-21-9 (59 pts).

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14. 14
    

    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (28-14-11)

    Elo: 1509+5 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 71.8CF% 62.6

    The Pittsburgh Penguins climbed 1 spot to No. 14. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 12-7 across 2 games. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 71.8% 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 62.6% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 28-14-11 (67 pts).

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15. 15
    

    Montreal Canadiens

    (31-17-7)

    Elo: 1506+7 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 44.2CF% 44.9

    The Montreal Canadiens surged 3 spots to No. 15, up from No. 18 last week. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 14-7 across 3 games. A 44.2% 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: 31-17-7 (69 pts).

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16. 16
    

    Detroit Red Wings

    (32-18-6)

    Elo: 1505-7 this week7-day: 0-2-1xGF% 48.4CF% 51.6

    The Detroit Red Wings tumbled 3 spots to No. 16 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-2-1, 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: 32-18-6 (70 pts).

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17. 17
    

    Boston Bruins

    (32-20-4)

    Elo: 1503+3 this week7-day: 2-0-2xGF% 47.5CF% 49.1

    The Boston Bruins hold steady at No. 17. They posted a 2-0-2 record this week, outscoring opponents 17-15. Their 47.5% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 32-20-4 (68 pts).

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18. 18
    

    Ottawa Senators

    (26-21-7)

    Elo: 1502+6 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 59.8CF% 47.5

    The Ottawa Senators climbed 1 spot to No. 18. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 9-3 across 2 games. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 59.8% 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 scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. Season record: 26-21-7 (59 pts).

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19. 19
    

    Utah Mammoth

    (28-23-4)

    Elo: 1498-2 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 49.2CF% 47.1

    The Utah Mammoth tumbled 3 spots to No. 19 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 13-10. Season record: 28-23-4 (60 pts).

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20. 20
    

    New York Islanders

    (30-20-5)

    Elo: 1497+2 this week7-day: 3-1-0xGF% 47.8CF% 48.9

    The New York Islanders hold steady at No. 20. They posted a 3-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 14-7. 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: 30-20-5 (65 pts).

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21. 21
    

    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (27-20-7)

    Elo: 1490+9 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 50.7CF% 55.6

    The Columbus Blue Jackets surged 3 spots to No. 21, up from No. 24 last week. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 14-8 across 3 games. Season record: 27-20-7 (61 pts).

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22. 22
    

    St. Louis Blues

    (20-26-9)

    Elo: 1485-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 48.3CF% 51.6

    The St. Louis Blues slipped 1 spot to No. 22. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 13-11. Season record: 20-26-9 (49 pts).

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23. 23
    

    Seattle Kraken

    (26-19-9)

    Elo: 1484+10 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 44.3CF% 48.8

    The Seattle Kraken surged 4 spots to No. 23, up from No. 27 last week. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 13-5 across 3 games. A 44.3% 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: 26-19-9 (61 pts).

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24. 24
    

    Calgary Flames

    (22-26-6)

    Elo: 14810 this week7-day: 1-1-0xGF% 58.6CF% 57.1

    The Calgary Flames slipped 1 spot to No. 24. They posted a 1-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 6-4. 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. 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: 22-26-6 (50 pts).

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25. 25
    

    New Jersey Devils

    (28-25-2)

    Elo: 1481-5 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 47.1CF% 51.5

    The New Jersey Devils tumbled 3 spots to No. 25 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-7. Their 47.1% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 28-25-2 (58 pts).

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26. 26
    

    Nashville Predators

    (25-23-6)

    Elo: 1475+3 this week7-day: 1-0-2xGF% 59.3CF% 54.6

    The Nashville Predators climbed 2 spots to No. 26. They posted a 1-0-2 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-8. 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: 25-23-6 (56 pts).

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27. 27
    

    New York Rangers

    (22-28-6)

    Elo: 1471-8 this week7-day: 1-3-0xGF% 40.5CF% 46.5

    The New York Rangers slipped 2 spots to No. 27. They posted a 1-3-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 16-12. Their 40.5% 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: 22-28-6 (50 pts).

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28. 28
    

    Philadelphia Flyers

    (24-20-10)

    Elo: 1470-5 this week7-day: 0-3-1xGF% 53.3CF% 44.8

    The Philadelphia Flyers slipped 2 spots to No. 28. They went winless at 0-3-1, being outscored 18-8 in 4 games. A 53.3% 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: 24-20-10 (58 pts).

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29. 29
    

    Anaheim Ducks

    (29-23-3)

    Elo: 1462+1 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 54.5CF% 51.9

    The Anaheim Ducks hold at No. 29, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-8. Their 54.5% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 29-23-3 (61 pts).

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30. 30
    

    Vancouver Canucks

    (18-31-6)

    Elo: 1454-1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 36.2CF% 38.9

    The Vancouver Canucks hold at No. 30, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 8-6. Their 36.2% 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. A 38.9% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 18-31-6 (42 pts).

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31. 31
    

    San Jose Sharks

    (27-22-4)

    Elo: 1433+1 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 48.4CF% 47.5

    The San Jose Sharks climbed 1 spot to No. 31. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-9. Season record: 27-22-4 (58 pts).

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32. 32
    

    Chicago Blackhawks

    (21-25-9)

    Elo: 1431-5 this week7-day: 0-2-1xGF% 40.5CF% 42.4

    The Chicago Blackhawks slipped 1 spot to No. 32. They went winless at 0-2-1, being outscored 14-7 in 3 games. Their 40.5% 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: 21-25-9 (51 pts).

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