NHL Power Rankings — Week 18 (Feb 9 – Feb 15, 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

   (37-9-9)

   Elo: 1574+2 this week7-day: 1-1-0xGF% 53.5CF% 58.7

   The Colorado Avalanche remain firmly entrenched at No. 1, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They posted a 1-1-0 record this week. A 53.5% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. They dominated shot attempts with 58.7% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 37-9-9 (83 pts).

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2. 2
   

   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (37-14-4)

   Elo: 1560+2 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 58.4CF% 48.1

   The Tampa Bay Lightning remain firmly entrenched at No. 2, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 10-4 across 2 games. 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. Season record: 37-14-4 (78 pts).

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3. 3
   

   Dallas Stars

   (34-14-9)

   Elo: 1556+2 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 63.6CF% 51.9

   The Dallas Stars remain firmly entrenched at No. 3, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 9-7 across 2 games. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 63.6% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. Season record: 34-14-9 (77 pts).

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4. 4
   

   Carolina Hurricanes

   (36-15-6)

   Elo: 1549+5 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 45.3CF% 60.8

   The Carolina Hurricanes hold steady at No. 4. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 6-3 across 2 games. A 45.3% 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. They dominated shot attempts with 60.8% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 36-15-6 (78 pts).

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5. 5
   

   Vegas Golden Knights

   (27-16-14)

   Elo: 1529+5 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 61.4CF% 49.2

   The Vegas Golden Knights hold steady at No. 5. 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 61.4% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. Season record: 27-16-14 (68 pts).

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6. 6
   

   Minnesota Wild

   (34-14-10)

   Elo: 1521+0 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 62.9CF% 57.8

   The Minnesota Wild hold steady at No. 6. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 10-8 across 2 games. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 62.9% 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 57.8% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 34-14-10 (78 pts).

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7. 7
   

   Washington Capitals

   (29-23-7)

   Elo: 1519-1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 42.3CF% 46.8

   The Washington Capitals climbed 1 spot to No. 7. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 10-7. A 42.3% 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: 29-23-7 (65 pts).

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8. 8
   

   Toronto Maple Leafs

   (27-21-9)

   Elo: 1516+3 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 41.1CF% 39.4

   The Toronto Maple Leafs surged 5 spots to No. 8, up from No. 13 last week. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 9-4 across 2 games. Their 41.1% 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 39.4% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 27-21-9 (63 pts).

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9. 9
   

   Winnipeg Jets

   (22-26-8)

   Elo: 1515-3 this week7-day: 0-1-1xGF% 47.2CF% 51.4

   The Winnipeg Jets slipped 2 spots to No. 9. They went winless at 0-1-1, being outscored 9-4 in 2 games. Their 47.2% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. 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: 22-26-8 (52 pts).

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10. 10
    

    Buffalo Sabres

    (32-19-6)

    Elo: 1513-3 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 42.2CF% 42.6

    The Buffalo Sabres climbed 2 spots to No. 10. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-10. 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 42.6% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 32-19-6 (70 pts).

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11. 11
    

    Edmonton Oilers

    (28-22-8)

    Elo: 1510-6 this week7-day: 0-2-0xGF% 52.5CF% 53.8

    The Edmonton Oilers slipped 2 spots to No. 11. They went winless at 0-2-0, being outscored 9-5 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: 28-22-8 (64 pts).

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12. 12
    

    Montreal Canadiens

    (32-17-8)

    Elo: 1510+3 this week7-day: 1-0-1xGF% 41.5CF% 43.7

    The Montreal Canadiens surged 3 spots to No. 12, up from No. 15 last week. They posted a 1-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 8-5. Their 41.5% 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. They scored at a rate well above their expected goals, suggesting favorable bounces or clutch finishing that may not be sustainable. A 43.7% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 32-17-8 (72 pts).

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13. 13
    

    Los Angeles Kings

    (23-19-14)

    Elo: 1509-6 this week7-day: 0-2-0xGF% 51.5CF% 55.8

    The Los Angeles Kings tumbled 3 spots to No. 13 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-2-0, being outscored 8-3 in 2 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: 23-19-14 (60 pts).

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    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (29-15-12)

    Elo: 1509+3 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 52.7CF% 48.8

    The Pittsburgh Penguins hold steady at No. 14. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-10. A 52.7% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 29-15-12 (70 pts).

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15. 15
    

    Florida Panthers

    (29-25-3)

    Elo: 1508-2 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 53.6CF% 58.3

    The Florida Panthers tumbled 4 spots to No. 15 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 15-9. A 53.6% 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. They dominated shot attempts with 58.3% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 29-25-3 (61 pts).

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    Detroit Red Wings

    (33-19-6)

    Elo: 1506-3 this week7-day: 1-1-0xGF% 48.6CF% 52.6

    The Detroit Red Wings hold steady at No. 16. They posted a 1-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 4-3. Season record: 33-19-6 (72 pts).

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17. 17
    

    Utah Mammoth

    (30-23-4)

    Elo: 1504+3 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 55.2CF% 46.6

    The Utah Mammoth climbed 2 spots to No. 17. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 10-3 across 2 games. Their 55.2% 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: 30-23-4 (64 pts).

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18. 18
    

    Ottawa Senators

    (28-22-7)

    Elo: 1503-2 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 64.2CF% 53.3

    The Ottawa Senators hold steady at No. 18. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 8-7. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 64.2% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. Season record: 28-22-7 (63 pts).

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19. 19
    

    Boston Bruins

    (32-20-5)

    Elo: 15030 this week7-day: 0-0-1xGF% 47.2CF% 50.6

    The Boston Bruins slipped 2 spots to No. 19. They went winless at 0-0-1, being outscored 5-4 in 1 game. Their 47.2% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 32-20-5 (69 pts).

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20. 20
    

    New York Islanders

    (32-21-5)

    Elo: 1498+3 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 46.8CF% 51.1

    The New York Islanders hold steady at No. 20. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week. Their 46.8% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 32-21-5 (69 pts).

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21. 21
    

    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (29-20-7)

    Elo: 1495+5 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 57.3CF% 52.2

    The Columbus Blue Jackets hold steady at No. 21. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 7-0 across 2 games. Their 57.3% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 29-20-7 (65 pts).

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22. 22
    

    Seattle Kraken

    (27-20-9)

    Elo: 1485+1 this week7-day: 1-1-0xGF% 40.3CF% 43.5

    The Seattle Kraken climbed 1 spot to No. 22. They posted a 1-1-0 record this week. Their 40.3% 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. A 43.5% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 27-20-9 (63 pts).

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23. 23
    

    Calgary Flames

    (23-27-6)

    Elo: 1481+3 this week7-day: 1-1-0xGF% 56.5CF% 57.3

    The Calgary Flames climbed 1 spot to No. 23. They posted a 1-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 7-6. Their 56.5% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 57.3% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 23-27-6 (52 pts).

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24. 24
    

    St. Louis Blues

    (20-28-9)

    Elo: 1480-2 this week7-day: 0-2-0xGF% 43.5CF% 48.1

    The St. Louis Blues slipped 2 spots to No. 24. They went winless at 0-2-0, being outscored 11-9 in 2 games. A 43.5% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 20-28-9 (49 pts).

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25. 25
    

    Nashville Predators

    (26-24-7)

    Elo: 1475-3 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 49.5CF% 49.2

    The Nashville Predators climbed 1 spot to No. 25. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week, being outscored by opponents 15-13. Season record: 26-24-7 (59 pts).

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26. 26
    

    New Jersey Devils

    (28-27-2)

    Elo: 1474-6 this week7-day: 0-2-0xGF% 45.2CF% 49.1

    The New Jersey Devils slipped 1 spot to No. 26. They went winless at 0-2-0, being outscored 6-1 in 2 games. A 45.2% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. 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: 28-27-2 (58 pts).

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27. 27
    

    Philadelphia Flyers

    (25-20-11)

    Elo: 1473+3 this week7-day: 1-0-1xGF% 46.8CF% 48.3

    The Philadelphia Flyers climbed 1 spot to No. 27. They posted a 1-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 5-4. Their 46.8% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 25-20-11 (61 pts).

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28. 28
    

    New York Rangers

    (22-29-6)

    Elo: 1468-3 this week7-day: 0-1-0xGF% 34.5CF% 27.6

    The New York Rangers slipped 1 spot to No. 28. They went winless at 0-1-0, being outscored 2-0 in 1 game. Their 34.5% 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 27.6% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 22-29-6 (50 pts).

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29. 29
    

    Anaheim Ducks

    (30-23-3)

    Elo: 1465+3 this week7-day: 1-0-0xGF% 61.4CF% 57.5

    The Anaheim Ducks hold at No. 29, unable to gain ground in the standings. They had a perfect 1-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 4-2 across 1 game. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 61.4% 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 57.5% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 30-23-3 (63 pts).

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30. 30
    

    Vancouver Canucks

    (18-33-6)

    Elo: 1449-2 this week7-day: 0-2-0xGF% 37.8CF% 47.1

    The Vancouver Canucks hold at No. 30, unable to gain ground in the standings. They went winless at 0-2-0, being outscored 11-4 in 2 games. Their 37.8% 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. Season record: 18-33-6 (42 pts).

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31. 31
    

    Chicago Blackhawks

    (22-26-9)

    Elo: 1431-2 this week7-day: 1-1-0xGF% 44.5CF% 43.2

    The Chicago Blackhawks climbed 1 spot to No. 31. They posted a 1-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 7-6. A 44.5% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 43.2% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 22-26-9 (53 pts).

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32. 32
    

    San Jose Sharks

    (27-24-4)

    Elo: 1428-2 this week7-day: 0-2-0xGF% 46.0CF% 45.5

    The San Jose Sharks slipped 1 spot to No. 32. They went winless at 0-2-0, being outscored 10-5 in 2 games. A 46.0% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 27-24-4 (58 pts).

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