NHL Power Rankings — Week 21 (Mar 2 – Mar 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

   (39-10-9)

   Elo: 1575+1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 57.4CF% 60.2

   The Colorado Avalanche remain firmly entrenched at No. 1, maintaining their position among the league's elite. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 9-8. Their 57.4% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. They dominated shot attempts with 60.2% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 39-10-9 (87 pts).

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2. 2
   

   Dallas Stars

   (36-14-9)

   Elo: 1558+2 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 61.3CF% 59.7

   The Dallas Stars climbed 1 spot to No. 2. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 7-3 across 2 games. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 61.3% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. They dominated shot attempts with 59.7% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 36-14-9 (81 pts).

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3. 3
   

   Tampa Bay Lightning

   (38-16-4)

   Elo: 1555-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 57.5CF% 56.1

   The Tampa Bay Lightning slipped 1 spot to No. 3. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 13-10. 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 56.1% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 38-16-4 (80 pts).

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4. 4
   

   Carolina Hurricanes

   (38-15-6)

   Elo: 1554+5 this week7-day: 2-0-0xGF% 52.1CF% 55.5

   The Carolina Hurricanes hold steady at No. 4. They had a perfect 2-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 10-6 across 2 games. A 52.1% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 38-15-6 (82 pts).

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5. 5
   

   Vegas Golden Knights

   (28-18-14)

   Elo: 1527-2 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 58.9CF% 56.1

   The Vegas Golden Knights hold steady at No. 5. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 12-8. 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. 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 56.1% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 28-18-14 (70 pts).

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6. 6
   

   Buffalo Sabres

   (35-19-6)

   Elo: 1523+10 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 52.5CF% 53.9

   The Buffalo Sabres surged 4 spots to No. 6, up from No. 10 last week. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 11-5 across 3 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: 35-19-6 (76 pts).

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7. 7
   

   Washington Capitals

   (31-24-7)

   Elo: 1521+2 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 50.6CF% 50.4

   The Washington Capitals hold steady at No. 7. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-8. Season record: 31-24-7 (69 pts).

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8. 8
   

   Minnesota Wild

   (35-16-10)

   Elo: 1518-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 44.7CF% 41.4

   The Minnesota Wild slipped 2 spots to No. 8. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-8. A 44.7% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 41.4% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 35-16-10 (80 pts).

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9. 9
   

   Winnipeg Jets

   (23-26-10)

   Elo: 1514-1 this week7-day: 1-0-2xGF% 48.6CF% 51.5

   The Winnipeg Jets hold steady at No. 9. They posted a 1-0-2 record this week, being outscored by opponents 9-8. Season record: 23-26-10 (56 pts).

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10. 10
    

    Pittsburgh Penguins

    (31-15-13)

    Elo: 1514+5 this week7-day: 2-0-1xGF% 44.9CF% 42.9

    The Pittsburgh Penguins surged 4 spots to No. 10, up from No. 14 last week. They posted a 2-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-4. A 44.9% 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. A 42.9% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 31-15-13 (75 pts).

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11. 11
    

    Montreal Canadiens

    (33-17-9)

    Elo: 1512+2 this week7-day: 1-0-1xGF% 43.3CF% 48.0

    The Montreal Canadiens climbed 1 spot to No. 11. They posted a 1-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 9-6. A 43.3% 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: 33-17-9 (75 pts).

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12. 12
    

    Toronto Maple Leafs

    (27-24-9)

    Elo: 1508-8 this week7-day: 0-3-0xGF% 37.6CF% 40.1

    The Toronto Maple Leafs tumbled 4 spots to No. 12 after a difficult stretch. They went winless at 0-3-0, being outscored 14-5 in 3 games. Their 37.6% 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 40.1% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 27-24-9 (63 pts).

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    Edmonton Oilers

    (29-24-8)

    Elo: 1507-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 56.2CF% 52.5

    The Edmonton Oilers slipped 2 spots to No. 13. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 17-12. Their 56.2% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 29-24-8 (66 pts).

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14. 14
    

    Ottawa Senators

    (29-22-8)

    Elo: 1506+3 this week7-day: 1-0-1xGF% 59.1CF% 55.8

    The Ottawa Senators surged 4 spots to No. 14, up from No. 18 last week. They posted a 1-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 6-4. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 59.1% 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: 29-22-8 (66 pts).

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15. 15
    

    Los Angeles Kings

    (24-21-14)

    Elo: 1505-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 45.3CF% 46.9

    The Los Angeles Kings slipped 2 spots to No. 15. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 14-7. A 45.3% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 24-21-14 (62 pts).

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    Florida Panthers

    (30-27-3)

    Elo: 1505-3 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 56.5CF% 51.4

    The Florida Panthers slipped 1 spot to No. 16. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 11-9. Their 56.5% expected goals share at 5-on-5 demonstrates strong territorial control, generating more quality scoring opportunities than opponents. Season record: 30-27-3 (63 pts).

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    Detroit Red Wings

    (34-20-6)

    Elo: 1504-2 this week7-day: 1-1-0xGF% 43.6CF% 45.3

    The Detroit Red Wings slipped 1 spot to No. 17. They posted a 1-1-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 6-4. A 43.6% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 34-20-6 (74 pts).

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18. 18
    

    Boston Bruins

    (33-21-5)

    Elo: 15030 this week7-day: 1-1-0xGF% 37.3CF% 45.5

    The Boston Bruins climbed 1 spot to No. 18. They posted a 1-1-0 record this week. Their 37.3% 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. Season record: 33-21-5 (71 pts).

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    New York Islanders

    (35-21-5)

    Elo: 1502+4 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 46.6CF% 48.2

    The New York Islanders climbed 1 spot to No. 19. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 13-10 across 3 games. Their 46.6% xGF at 5-on-5 was slightly below average, indicating room for improvement in generating quality chances. Season record: 35-21-5 (75 pts).

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    Utah Mammoth

    (31-25-4)

    Elo: 1500-4 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 52.6CF% 54.2

    The Utah Mammoth tumbled 3 spots to No. 20 after a difficult stretch. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-7. A 52.6% xGF at 5-on-5 reflects solid underlying play on both sides of the puck. Season record: 31-25-4 (66 pts).

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21. 21
    

    Columbus Blue Jackets

    (29-21-8)

    Elo: 1492-3 this week7-day: 0-1-1xGF% 57.5CF% 54.2

    The Columbus Blue Jackets hold steady at No. 21. They went winless at 0-1-1, being outscored 8-5 in 2 games. Their 57.5% 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. Season record: 29-21-8 (66 pts).

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22. 22
    

    St. Louis Blues

    (22-29-9)

    Elo: 1483+3 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 45.0CF% 51.5

    The St. Louis Blues climbed 2 spots to No. 22. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 9-5. A 45.0% 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: 22-29-9 (53 pts).

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23. 23
    

    Seattle Kraken

    (28-22-9)

    Elo: 1483-2 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 43.5CF% 43.0

    The Seattle Kraken slipped 1 spot to No. 23. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 10-7. A 43.5% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. A 43.0% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 28-22-9 (65 pts).

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24. 24
    

    Calgary Flames

    (24-28-7)

    Elo: 14810 this week7-day: 1-1-1xGF% 50.7CF% 47.5

    The Calgary Flames slipped 1 spot to No. 24. They posted a 1-1-1 record this week. Season record: 24-28-7 (55 pts).

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25. 25
    

    Nashville Predators

    (27-24-8)

    Elo: 1478+3 this week7-day: 1-0-1xGF% 43.8CF% 48.0

    The Nashville Predators hold steady at No. 25. They posted a 1-0-1 record this week, outscoring opponents 6-5. A 43.8% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 27-24-8 (62 pts).

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26. 26
    

    Philadelphia Flyers

    (27-21-11)

    Elo: 1474+1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 50.2CF% 46.2

    The Philadelphia Flyers climbed 1 spot to No. 26. They posted a 2-1-0 record this week, outscoring opponents 7-6. Season record: 27-21-11 (65 pts).

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    New Jersey Devils

    (29-29-2)

    Elo: 1472-2 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 50.0CF% 49.6

    The New Jersey Devils slipped 1 spot to No. 27. They posted a 1-2-0 record this week, being outscored by opponents 7-5. Season record: 29-29-2 (60 pts).

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28. 28
    

    Anaheim Ducks

    (33-23-3)

    Elo: 1469+4 this week7-day: 3-0-0xGF% 43.1CF% 47.3

    The Anaheim Ducks climbed 1 spot to No. 28. They had a perfect 3-0-0 week, outscoring opponents 14-11 across 3 games. A 43.1% xGF at 5-on-5 suggests they were outplayed at even strength, relying on special teams or goaltending to stay competitive. Season record: 33-23-3 (69 pts).

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29. 29
    

    New York Rangers

    (23-29-7)

    Elo: 14680 this week7-day: 1-0-1xGF% 61.6CF% 57.7

    The New York Rangers slipped 1 spot to No. 29. They posted a 1-0-1 record this week. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 61.6% expected goals share — the kind of performance that signals a team firing on all cylinders and creating far more scoring chances than they allow. They dominated shot attempts with 57.7% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 23-29-7 (53 pts).

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30. 30
    

    Vancouver Canucks

    (18-34-7)

    Elo: 1446-3 this week7-day: 0-1-1xGF% 50.9CF% 45.5

    The Vancouver Canucks hold at No. 30, unable to gain ground in the standings. They went winless at 0-1-1, 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: 18-34-7 (43 pts).

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31. 31
    

    Chicago Blackhawks

    (23-28-9)

    Elo: 14310 this week7-day: 1-2-0xGF% 42.2CF% 41.2

    The Chicago Blackhawks hold at No. 31, unable to gain ground in the standings. They posted a 1-2-0 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 41.2% Corsi indicates they were consistently outshot and spent too much time in the defensive zone. Season record: 23-28-9 (55 pts).

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32. 32
    

    San Jose Sharks

    (29-25-4)

    Elo: 1430+1 this week7-day: 2-1-0xGF% 59.9CF% 58.4

    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 9-8. At 5-on-5, they dominated possession with a remarkable 59.9% 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 58.4% Corsi, controlling the pace of play. Season record: 29-25-4 (62 pts).

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